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Soundtrack Review: Knowing (2009)

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Soundtrack Review: Edward Scissorhands (1990)

This is review of the motion picture Edward Scissorhands by Danny Elfman.
“The finest, most magical achievement of Elfman’s career”
Not many film scores can tell a complete story when separated from the film.  A lot of modern albums can excite or entertain but few provide a consistently satisfying emotional payoff as one finishes the last track.  [...]


Soundtrack Review: The Taking of Pelham 1 2 3 (2009)

This is a review of the motion picture score The Taking of Pelham 1 2 3 by Harry Gregson-Williams.
“This is simply great and entertaining material meshed in a tight little package consisting of great electronic sounds which conveys suspense and action in a thoughtful way”

It’s time for another remake. Is anyone getting tired already? Well [...]


Soundtrack Review: Home (2009)

This is a review of the documentary score Home by Armand Amar.
“Armand Amar has composed a great documentary score that hopefully will be getting some awards”

Armand Amar might be unknown to most of you, but I hope this review will be an introduction to this great French composer. Home is a breathtaking documentary by Yann [...]


Soundtrack Review: Land of the Lost (2009)

This is a review of the motion picture score Land of the Lost by Michael Giacchino.
“With so many stylistic elements the album comes off as remarkably consistent.  Applause for taking the time to weave everything together”
So, this score has a prominent main theme, right?  That would seem to be the case for Michael Giacchino’s scores [...]