The official score from The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 1, composed by James Newtown Howard, has been released. Purchase now via iTunes! The resonant and haunting score includes “The Hanging Tree” which features vocals from Jennifer Lawrence.
Listen to “The Hanging Tree” HERE!
James Newtown Howard has composed the scores for The Hunger Games and The Hunger Games: Catching Fire.
The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 1 was directed by Francis Lawrence and stars Academy Award winner Jennifer Lawrence, Josh Hutcherson, Liam Hemsworth and Woody Harrelson. The film is the latest installment in Lionsgate’s global box office phenomenon based on Suzanne Collins’ bestselling “Hunger Games” trilogy. The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 1 is out now in theaters worldwide.
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