The Good Thief (soundtrack)

The soundtrack to the 2002 Neil Jordan film The Good Thief, starring Nick Nolte, features a diverse collection of music, primarily focusing on electronic and alternative genres. It includes original score composed by Elliot Goldenthal, as well as selected tracks by various artists that contribute to the film's atmosphere and themes of redemption, despair, and reinvention.

The soundtrack is notable for its use of tracks from artists such as Massive Attack, Brian Eno, Johnny Cash, and Serge Gainsbourg. These songs are carefully selected to reflect the mood and setting of the film, which takes place in Nice, France. The blend of ambient electronic music, soulful vocals, and classic songs creates a unique soundscape that enhances the cinematic experience. Goldenthal's score itself is brooding and atmospheric, complementing the film's narrative tension.

The soundtrack album was released by Virgin Records. It's considered a significant element of the film's overall aesthetic appeal.