Mission: Impossible

Label: Mother Records
Released: 1996
Barcode: 731453168220
Country: Europe
Product Type: CD (Pre-owned)
Score or Soundtrack: Soundtrack

"Mission: Impossible" is a 1996 action spy film directed by Brian De Palma and starring Tom Cruise as Ethan Hunt, a secret agent framed for the murder of his team during an assignment gone wrong. Based on the 1960s television series of the same name, the film follows Hunt as he navigates a web of deception and intrigue to clear his name and uncover the true mole within the Impossible Missions Force (IMF).

The soundtrack of "Mission: Impossible" features a dynamic and suspenseful score composed by Danny Elfman, which effectively heightens the film's intense and covert atmosphere. Central to the soundtrack is the iconic "Mission: Impossible Theme" originally composed by Lalo Schifrin for the TV series. Elfman's arrangements and adaptations of this theme add a modern, energetic twist while retaining the distinctive, urgent rhythm that has become synonymous with the franchise.

The soundtrack blends orchestral elements with electronic music to create a sense of tension and excitement that mirrors the film's high-stakes narrative. Additionally, the soundtrack includes contributions from contemporary artists, further enhancing its appeal and aligning with the film's sleek, stylish aesthetic.

Track Listing

Theme from Mission: Impossible  
Adam Clayton

Spying Glass
Massive Attack

I Spy
Pulp

Impossible Mission
Danny Elfman

Headphones
Bjork

Weak
Skunk Anansie

On and On
Longpigs

Claire
Danny Elfman

Dreams
The Cranberries

You, Me And World War 3
Gavin Friday

So
Salt

Trouble
Danny Elfman

No Government
Nicolette

Alright
Various Artists

Mission: Impossible Theme (Mission Accomplished)
Larry Mullen

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