the farewell
Scored the film by writer/director Lulu Wang. Released 2019 via A24. The score was shortlisted for a 2020 Academy Award for “Best Original Score”. Soundtrack available now
Information on where to find the film available here
Interview with NPR about the score
“The film’s score, composed by Alex Weston, utilises deep, operatic singing combined with a string-heavy orchestra that creates an ominous aura which perfectly complements the events unfolding throughout.” - The Independant
“Alex Weston’s fascinating score envelops and lifts this grounded story; it’s part classical, part traditional Chinese instrumentation and part opera, with Lulu Wang on piano and Mykal Kilgore’s beautiful, ethereal vocalisation leaving an indelible impression.” - Film Magazine
“So expressive is Weston’s music that it almost recalls the narrative impetus of silent cinema” - The Film Blog
