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Analysis Of Donnie Darko's The Killing Moon
The opening scene of Donnie Darko incorporates Michael Andrew’s “The Killing Moon” with peaceful and mystifying shots to introduce the main character, Donnie, as he discovers he slept-biked to the top of a mountain.

The beginning chords showcase simple piano overtones as we see the back of Donnie’s head looking out into a beautiful morning’s sunrise with a gorgeous palette of blues, purples and pinks. The calming music with the complement of a female voice creates a feeling of compassion, purity and sympathy for the viewer.

As Donnie begins to realize the situation he put himself in and stands up to bike home and begin his morning, the female accompaniment begins singing a soft and smooth “ahh” while the light texture of the music’s rhythm
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