 Filming concluded on May 14, 1988 after the production filmed a Ku Klux Klan speech that is overseen by the FBI.The score was produced, arranged and composed by Trevor Jones; it marked his second collaboration with Parker after "Angel Heart".In addition to Jones's score, the soundtrack features several gospel songs, including "Walk on by Faith" performed by Lannie McBride, "Take My Hand, Precious Lord" performed by Mahalia Jackson and "Try Jesus" performed by Vesta Williams.