Lakeshore Records is set to release the soundtrack for the poignant coming-of-age drama White Bird, featuring original compositions by the renowned Thomas Newman. Known for his masterful work on films like American Beauty and Finding Nemo, Newman’s score captures the film’s emotional depth and historical context. The album will be available both digitally and physically starting October 4.
Directed by Marc Forster, White Bird stars an impressive cast, including Ariella Glaser, Orlando Schwerdt, Gillian Anderson, Helen Mirren, and Bryce Gheisar. Based on R.J. Palacio’s acclaimed book, the film shares a narrative thread with the beloved Wonder, focusing on Julian’s journey as he hears stories from his grandmother, who recounts her childhood experiences as a Jewish girl in Nazi-occupied France.
The soundtrack features a diverse array of tracks, each crafted to evoke the film’s rich themes and character arcs. From the brief yet poignant pieces like “Sara Blum” to the more expansive compositions such as “Stay Very Quiet Run Very Fast,” the score promises to enhance the storytelling through its haunting melodies and emotional resonance.
Here’s a sneak peek at the album’s tracklist:
- Sara Blum
- Aubervilliers-aux-Bois
- Imagination
- Mlle Petitjean
- Rose
- Dress Shoes
- Stay Very Quiet Run Very Fast
- Deep As Your Knees
- Julien Beaumier
- Zebra
- Days Weeks
- Dannevilliers
- Winter Spring
- Tourteau
- Time to Heal
- (Wonder Story)
- Puppet Show
- Cinema Mernuit
- Dream
- New York
- The Soul of the World
- Late For School
- The Giant Wolves
- A Dark and Scary Place
- Sea of Bluebells
- Clinging to Hope
- August 1944
- Vivienne
- The End of My Story
- Vive l’Humanité
- White Bird
- Songbird
- Little Bird – Ariella Glaser
White Bird has already premiered in select international markets and will hit U.S. theaters on October 4, courtesy of Lionsgate. The soundtrack’s release aligns perfectly with the film, promising to be an enriching experience for audiences.