Inspiration and background music

When making a horror film, visuals are only part of the experience: sound plays just as big of a role in setting the tone. From the beginning, I knew that Stalker needed a chilling atmosphere, not just through cinematography but also through the right background music.

For this, I decided to use Dark Ambience - Horror Background Music from YouTube.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z6ylGHfLrdI&t=128s

The deep, eerie tones of this track added an unsettling layer to the film, making every moment feel more intense and suspenseful.

The Power of Background Music

Once I had the concept, I needed the right sound to bring the fear to life. I didn’t want a dramatic horror score with loud, sudden sounds, I wanted something more subtle yet deeply unsettling. That’s why I chose Dark Ambience.

This track is filled with low, droning sounds that create an eerie, almost suffocating atmosphere. Instead of overwhelming the scenes, the music lingers in the background, making every moment feel tense, as if something is about to happen at any second. It works perfectly with the slow pacing of the film, keeping the audience on edge without relying on obvious sound cues.

How Music Transformed the Film

Once I added the background music to the edit, everything changed. The scenes that already felt creepy became even more unsettling. Simple moments, like walking down the street or lying in bed, suddenly felt loaded with suspense. The music made it clear that something was wrong, even before the audience saw anything happen.

Final Thoughts

In the end, choosing the right background music was just as important as choosing the right shots. The sound helped create the exact mood I wanted for Stalker: a slow, creeping horror that stays with the audience even after the film ends. It proved that sometimes, the most effective horror music isn’t loud or dramatic, but subtle and unsettling, making you feel like something is lurking just out of sight.