SUMMARY: RUNNING TIME: 4:17 Min.
Before re-inventing himself as a film composer, Danny Elfman was the heart of 80s New Wave group, Oingo Boingo. Written by Elfman, this Oingo Boingo tune is the title track for the same-named 1985 sci-fi/comedy film starring Anthony Michael Hall & Kelly LeBrock.
Elfman’s song was later utilized for the USA Network TV series adaptation from 1994-98. Since the movie soundtrack’s release, “Weird Science” occasionally resurfaces on pop or soundtrack compilations, including 1998’s VH1: The Big 80’s – The Big Movies.
REVIEW:
Including a homage to Universal’s original Frankenstein film, this wacky New Wave tune accomplishes exactly what it’s supposed to do. Not only inspiring enthusiasm to see the movie, Danny Elfman’s band is the 80’s radio-friendly answer to Bobby Pickett’s “Monster Mash.” Paired with Pickett’s cult classic, “Weird Science” is a wacky add-on for any Halloween party-themed playlist.
BRIAN’S ODD MOON RATING: 7 Stars
Note: Worth catching is another Elfman movie tune featuring his vocals: “The Little Things,” from 2008’s Wanted soundtrack.
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