“Kill Bill: Vol. 1” is a 2003 American martial arts film written and directed by Quentin Tarantino. It tells the story of “The Bride,” played by Uma Thurman, seeking revenge on her former assassin colleagues who betrayed her.
The film’s soundtrack is notable for its eclectic mix of music genres, including rock, pop, and traditional Japanese music, curated by Quentin Tarantino himself. However, it also features original compositions by renowned composer Ennio Morricone.
One of the most iconic tracks from “Kill Bill: Vol. 1” is “Battle Without Honor or Humanity” by Tomoyasu Hotei. This instrumental piece is prominently featured in several action sequences throughout the film, adding to its intense and dynamic atmosphere.
Ennio Morricone’s contribution to the soundtrack includes the hauntingly beautiful track “Death Rides a Horse,” which enhances the film’s emotional depth and dramatic tension.
Overall, the music in “Kill Bill: Vol. 1” plays a significant role in shaping the film’s tone and enhancing its impact, contributing to its status as a cult classic in modern cinema.
Kill Bill: Vol. 1: Tracklist
- Bang Bang (My Baby Shot Me Down) Nancy Sinatra/Sonny Bono
- That Certain Female Charlie Feathers
- The Grand Duel (Parte Prima) Luis Enriquez Bacalov
- Twisted Nerve Bernard Herrmann
- Queen of the Crime Council Kill Bill Soundtrack / Quentin Tarantino
- Ode To Oren Ishii (feat. The RZA) Vincent Tempera & Orchestra / Vince Tempera
- Run Fay Run Isaac Hayes 2:47
- Green Hornet Al Hirt/Billy May
- Battle Without Honor Or Humanity Hotei
- Don’t Let Me Be Misunderstood Santa Esmeralda
- Woo Hoo The 5.6.7.8’s
- Crane/White Lightning Charles Bernstein / RZA
- The Flower of Carnage Meiko Kaji / Masaaki Hirao
- The Lonely Shepherd Zamfir/James Last
- You’re My Wicked Life Kill Bill Soundtrack
- Ironside (Excerpt) Quincy Jones
- Super 16 (Excerpt) Neu! /Michael Rother
- Yakuza Oren 1 RZA
- Banister Fight RZA
- Flip Sting Kill Bill Soundtrack / RZA
- Sword Swings Kill Bill Soundtrack / RZA
- Ax Throws Kill Bill Soundtrack / RZA
