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The Fisher King Score - Underrated Gem?

Alright soundtrack nerds, HughesReviews here. Been revisiting Terry Gilliam's The Fisher King lately, and man, what a trip. It's a movie that just sticks with you, doesn't it? But I wanted to chat specifically about George Fenton's score. I feel like it's kinda flown under the radar over the years. I'm particularly obsessed with the scene where Parry is descending further into madness, and he sees the Red Knight. The way Fenton blends that almost whimsical, Arthurian-esque motif with a genuinely unsettling, dissonant edge is just chef's kiss. It perfectly captures Parry's fractured mental state. And then contrasting that with the more melancholic, redemptive themes when he's connecting with Lydia? Genius! Are there any other specific moments or cues in the score that jumped out at you guys? I know it's not your typical bombastic, action-heavy score, but it's so integral to the film's atmosphere and emotional resonance. Maybe it's just me being a sucker for character driven scores, but I think it's some of Fenton's best work. What are your thoughts on it? Think it gets the love it deserves, or is it a bit of a forgotten treasure?

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