Never Alone

Matti Bye brings an evocative and intimate cinematic score to Klaus Härö’s historical drama, Never Alone. The film, set against the harrowing backdrop of World War II, centers on the unyielding courage of Finnish-Jewish businessman Abraham Stiller (played by Ville Virtanen), whose relentless efforts to protect Jewish refugees from Nazi deportation during the Finnish Continuation War are brought to life with an emotionally charged soundtrack.

In Never Alone, Finland’s alliance with Nazi Germany threatens to undo the sanctuary the country had provided to Jewish refugees escaping the horrors of persecution. For Stiller, the shifting tides of war compel him to act, even as the stakes become impossibly high. Bye’s score captures the inner world of Stiller—his fear, determination, and unwavering belief in humanity—using a delicate balance of intimate melodies and sweeping orchestral arrangements.

Bye’s score for Never Alone has been hailed for its emotional depth, capturing the delicate and complex moments of Stiller’s struggle. The music mirrors the tension and hope that permeates the film, offering an intimate portrayal of a man caught in the tides of war, yet determined to protect the innocent at any cost.

Never Alone, which recently screened at prestigious festivals such as the Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival, Palm Springs International Film Festival, and Gothenburg International Film Festival, continues to move audiences with its story of resistance, resilience, and the fight for hope in the face of overwhelming odds.

The soundtrack, now available on all platforms, offers listeners a chance to experience Bye’s deeply emotive compositions that complement the film’s powerful narrative. From delicate piano passages to sweeping strings, the score evokes both the personal and historical dimensions of this extraordinary story.