Laika Submits Decemberists Song From 'Wildwood' for Oscar Consideration
Laika will campaign 'The Better Part of Bravery,' performed by The Decemberists, for the Academy Awards' original song category.
Laika will submit “The Better Part of Bravery,” a song from its animated feature “Wildwood,” for Academy Awards original song consideration, according to Variety. The track is performed by The Decemberists and plays at the end of the film.
The soundtrack for “Wildwood” will be released on Decca Records. Alongside the score, The Decemberists perform two bonus tracks, “Bandit Kind” and “Alexandra’s Lullaby.”
The film premieres worldwide at the BFI London Film Festival on Sunday. “Wildwood” opens in theaters on October 23, 2025.
An Adaptation From a Decemberists Frontman
“Wildwood” is based on the debut novel by Decemberists frontman Colin Meloy and marks the beginning of the “Wildwood Chronicles.” The film is directed and produced by Travis Knight and written by Chris Butler, with the score composed by Dario Marianelli.
Quick answers
What song is Laika submitting for Oscar consideration?
“The Better Part of Bravery,” from “Wildwood,” performed by The Decemberists.
When does 'Wildwood' come out?
The film opens in theaters on October 23, 2025, after its world premiere at the BFI London Film Festival.
Who composed the score for 'Wildwood'?
Dario Marianelli composed the film's score.