The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou

Label: Hollywood Records
Released: 2004
Barcode: 5050467681828
Country: Europe
Product Type: CD (Pre-owned)
Score or Soundtrack: Hybrid
Composer: Mark Mothersbaugh

"The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou" is a 2004 comedy-drama film directed by Wes Anderson. It stars Bill Murray as the eccentric oceanographer Steve Zissou, who sets out on a mission to seek revenge on the "jaguar shark" that ate his partner.

The film is a whimsical and satirical take on documentary filmmaking and ocean exploration, featuring Anderson's signature style of quirky characters, dry humor, and meticulous visual detail. The plot weaves themes of ambition, friendship, fatherhood, and the acceptance of life's unpredictability. It's a story of adventure, blending realistic elements with fantastical occurrences, all set in a colorful, meticulously crafted world.

The soundtrack of "The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou" is notable for its eclectic and atmospheric composition, contributing significantly to the film's unique tone. It features a mix of original score by Mark Mothersbaugh and a variety of songs from different genres. One of the standout elements is the inclusion of David Bowie songs performed in Portuguese by Brazilian musician Seu Jorge, which adds a distinctive, melancholic yet whimsical flavor to the film. 

These acoustic covers serve as a backdrop for many scenes, providing emotional depth and a touch of surrealism. The soundtrack blends seamlessly with the film's narrative and visuals, enhancing the quirky, dreamlike, and sometimes melancholic atmosphere of Anderson's world.

Track Listing

Shark Attack Theme*
Sven Libaek

Loquasto International Fim Festival
Mark Mothersbaugh

Life On Mars?
David Bowie

Starman
Seu Jorge

Let Me Tell You About My Boat
Mark Mothersbaugh

Rebel Rebel
Seu Jorge

Zissou Society Blue Star Cadets / Ned's Theme Take 1
Mark Mothersbaugh

Gut Feeling
Devo

Open Sea Theme
Sven Libaek

Rock N' Roll Suicide
Seu Jorge

Here's To You
Joan Baez

We Call Them Pirates Out Here 
Mark Mothersbaugh

Search and Destroy
Iggy And The Stooges

La Nina de Puerta Oscura
Paco de Lucia

Life on Mars?
Seu Jorge

Ping Island / Lightening Rescue Op
Mark Mothersbaugh

Five Years
Seu Jorge

30 Century Man
Scott Walker

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