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The film has been praised upon its release for its strong, quiet dread, atmosphere, and character-driven horror. It delves into themes of grief, Irish folklore, and childhood trauma.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJoseph Bishara\u003c\/strong\u003e is an American composer, music producer, and actor, best known for his work scoring films such as \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInsidious\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Conjuring\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMalignant\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnnabelle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e. After an early influence of classical music, Bishara began experimenting with electronic and experimental music, becoming interested in groups such as \u003cstrong\u003eTangerine Dream\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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The result is a deeply immersive sonic experience in which the sound design doesn’t just accompany the score, it amplifies it, surrounding the listener in an oppressive atmosphere that mirrors the film’s dangerous subject matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWaxwork Records\u003c\/strong\u003e is proud to present \u003cstrong\u003eHOKUM Original Motion Picture Score by Joseph Bishara\u003c\/strong\u003e as a deluxe LP set featuring \u003cstrong\u003e\"Honeymoon Suite\" pearlescent blood-red and black swirled vinyl\u003c\/strong\u003e, a \u003cstrong\u003elenticular-effect front cover\u003c\/strong\u003e bringing \"Jack The Donkey\" in and out of the television screen artwork, heavyweight gatefold jackets with matte UV coating, printed inner sleeves, and all new artwork by \u003cstrong\u003eDane Hallett\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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