Tron Legacy (2010)
In Daft Punk's film scoring debut some might argue that the mesmerizing electronic infused classical score is the best part of the film.
The Social Network (2009)
David Fincher has struck gold since he's decided to almost exclusively collaborate with NIN frontman Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross. The duo have since made several award winning and nominated film scores but I think their first is the most influential and wonderfully crafted works.
Drive (2011)
The stylish and eclectic film that can only come from the mind of Nicolas Winding Refn is perfectly merged with the musical style of Cliff Martinez. The film is very different and is one of those that you either hate or love but you'd find it hard to find someone who isn't a fan of this 80's synth inspired soundtrack.
Oblivion (2012)
I was a very big fan of this underrated SciFi and one of the things that stood out the most for me was the music and its role in establishing and building an atmosphere that felt futuristic and what I can only describe as "clean". Cliff Martinez of M83 fame is known for his wildly popular style of electronic music and his experience shows in this films score. I highly recommend listening to this movies title theme "oblivion" by M83.
Inception (2010)
For such an innovative and groundbreaking film it is only appropriate that you have an equally innovative soundtrack. Hans Zimmer created not just music but a sound, a sound that would become a trend that other films and composers would try and recreate time and time again. This piece of music will be looked back on as the start of an era and that era is completely dominated by Zimmer.
So those have been some films and soundtracks with a modern feel that I think are outstanding and deserve recognition. While I'm sure some of these many of you will be familiar I hope you enjoyed a piece of music you maybe had not heard.
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