"Society of the Snow" - Gut-wrenching and haunting (but I'm here for the score!)

Okay, wow. "Society of the Snow"... definitely wasn't prepared for that emotional rollercoaster. I knew the story of the Andes flight disaster, but seeing it visualized like that? Brutal. What I really wanted to talk about, though, is the score. Giacchino's done it again. I heard he only had 10 days to compose it, which is insane, considering how textured and emotionally resonant it is. He is such a talented composer, and it's another great achievement in his already long list of musical scores. The recurring piano motif throughout the film just pierces your heart, especially when things are at their worst. It's simple, but so effective. There's this incredible scene, I think it's right after they realize the search has been called off, where the score just swells, and you can feel the desperation and the crushing weight of their situation. The way Giacchino uses silence too is masterful. It amplifies the cold, the isolation... it's almost a character in itself. I'll admit, I went in expecting just a solid survival drama, but the score elevated it to something more profound. It really emphasizes the human element, the bonds they formed, the choices they had to make. And I think that's what will stick with me the most. Has anyone else given the score a listen on its own? I'd love to hear your thoughts! Also, anyone know if there's a behind-the-scenes featurette about the music? I'm dying to know more about the creative process on something like this. Maybe I'll check YouTube lol.