description Good Will Hunting - Original Soundtrack Overview
The Good Will Hunting soundtrack is a 1997 compilation album accompanying the drama film directed by Gus Van Sant. The album features several songs by singer-songwriter Elliott Smith, including 'Between the Bars,' 'Angeles,' and 'Miss Misery,' the latter of which was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Original Song. Other contributors include Danny Elfman, who composed the film's score, and The Afghan Whigs. The soundtrack's emphasis on Smith's understated acoustic arrangements complemented the film's introspective tone.
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Which Elliott Smith songs appear on the Good Will Hunting soundtrack?
The album includes songs such as No Name #3, Angeles, Between the Bars, Say Yes and Miss Misery. Several came from Smith's earlier albums, while Miss Misery was written for the film.
Was Miss Misery nominated for an Academy Award?
Yes, Elliott Smith's Miss Misery was nominated for Best Original Song at the 1998 Academy Awards. Smith performed it during the ceremony, bringing his music to an audience far larger than his previous independent-rock following.
Is the soundtrack the same as Danny Elfman's complete film score?
No, the 1997 soundtrack is a compilation mixing Elliott Smith, other artists and only a small portion of Danny Elfman's score. The album includes two Elfman cues, including Will Hunting/Main Titles, rather than the complete orchestral score.
What other artists are included besides Elliott Smith?
The compilation includes The Waterboys' Fisherman's Blues and music by performers including Al Green and Gerry Rafferty. Capitol Records released the album in 1997 to accompany Gus Van Sant's film.
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