The Imitation Game

Film Release Year: 2014
Record Label: Sony Classical
Barcode: 888750121226
Country of Origin: Europe
Product Type: CD (Pre-owned)
Score or Soundtrack: Score
Composer: Alexandre Desplat

The Imitation Game is a 2014 historical drama film that portrays the life of Alan Turing, the British mathematician and logician who played a crucial role in breaking the German Enigma code during World War II. Directed by Morten Tyldum and starring Benedict Cumberbatch as Turing, the film highlights Turing's groundbreaking work at Bletchley Park, his struggles with his sexuality in a time of intolerance, and the tragic consequences of his persecution.

The narrative intertwines Turing's achievements with flashbacks of his school days and the post-war period, offering a poignant exploration of his personal and professional challenges.

The soundtrack for The Imitation Game, composed by Alexandre Desplat, complements the film's emotional depth and historical gravitas. Desplat's score blends orchestral arrangements with subtle electronic elements, mirroring Turing's innovative mind and the tension of wartime codebreaking.

The music enhances the film's dramatic moments, from the urgency of deciphering the Enigma code to the tender, introspective scenes reflecting Turing's inner turmoil. Desplat's work on this soundtrack was widely acclaimed, earning him numerous awards and nominations, including an Academy Award nomination for Best Original Score.

Track Listing

1. "The Imitation Game" (2:38)
2. "Enigma" (2:52)
3. "Alan" (2:58)
4. "U-Boats" (2:14)
5. "Carrots And Peas" (2:20)
6. "Mission" (1:38)
7. "Crosswords" (2:53)
8. "Night Research" (1:41)
9. "Joan" (1:47)
10. "Alone With Numbers" (3:00)
11. "The Machine Christopher" (1:58)
12. "Running" (3:02)
13. "Christopher Is Dead" (2:30)
14. "Decrypting" (2:02)
15. "A Different Equation" (2:58)
16. "Becoming A Spy" (4:12)
17. "The Apple" (2:22)
18. "Farewell To Christopher" (2:42)
19. "End Of War" (2:09)
20. "Because Of You" (1:37)
21. "Alan Turing's Legacy" (1:57)

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