Skytturnar (soundtrack)

Skytturnar (soundtrack) is the original soundtrack album for the Icelandic film Skytturnar (also known internationally as White Whales). The film was directed by Friðrik Þór Friðriksson and released in 1987. The soundtrack features original music composed and performed by the Icelandic band Þeyr, along with Hilmar Örn Hilmarsson. The music is notable for its atmospheric and experimental sound, often incorporating elements of post-punk, new wave, and avant-garde music. The soundtrack is considered an important part of Þeyr's discography and a significant contribution to Icelandic film music. It is recognized for its innovative use of instrumentation and its ability to capture the film's dark and surreal tone. The soundtrack was released on Gramm Records.