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Luca Guadagnino’s film “Queer,” inspired by the brief but impactful novel by William S. Burroughs and featuring Daniel Craig in a lead role reminiscent of Burroughs himself, has recently arrived in theaters across the country under the A24 banner. Upon exiting this vivid and surreal narrative, viewers are likely to find themselves humming the eclectic tunes that form the film’s soundtrack.
Guadagnino has taken a bold approach to the film’s music, opting for a mix of contemporary tracks despite the story’s 1950s Mexican setting. This choice underscores the film’s psychedelic themes, blending eras in a way that enhances the viewer’s emotional experience. Complementing the selection is a beautiful, haunting original score by Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross, whose previous works include “Bones and All” and “Challengers.” Notably, the soundtrack includes a standout track titled “Place of Failure,” which resonates with a sense of adventure through a lush, jungle backdrop.
Soundtrack of “Queer”:
• “All Apologies,” performed by Sinéad O’Connor
• “Sin Ti,” performed by Trío Los Panchos
• “Mi Corazon,” performed by Rafael Mendez and His Orchestra
• “Muchos Besos,” performed by Martin Y Malena
• “Come As You Are,” performed by Nirvana
• “Darktown Strutters Ball,” performed by Benny Goodman
• “La Malaguena”
• “Para Que Mentir,” performed by Lydia Mendoza
• “Begin The Beguine,” performed by The Bill Danzeisen Big Band Orchestra
• “Yes Sir, That’s My Baby,” performed by Eddie Cantor
• “Marigold,” performed by Nirvana
• “17 Days (Piano & A Microphone 1983 Version),” performed by Prince
• “Y Andale,” performed by Capitan Chinaco Y Sus Guerrilleros, Polvorita, and Trio Las Provincianas
• “Roses of Picardy,” performed by Frankie Laine
• “Perdido,” performed by Charlie Parker, Dizzy Gillespie, Bud Powell, Max Roach, and Charles Mingus
• “Sui Ghiacciai,” performed by Verdena
• “Do I Worry?” performed by The Ink Spots
• “Leave Me Alone,” performed by New Order
• “Riders In The Sky (A Cowboy Legend),” performed by Vaughn Monroe and His Orchestra
• “Musicology,” performed by Prince
• “Vaster Than Empires,” performed by Caetano Veloso, Trent Reznor, and Atticus Ross
“Queer” is now screening in theaters nationwide.
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