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Re: How much does the soundtrack impact the movie?

buckchilly — Thu, 19 Dec 2013 16:14:13 GMT

Author: buckchilly

Posted: 12/19/2013 21:14

I loved the Cold Mountain soundtrack which definitely made the film a more engrossing experience, the same with Last of the Mohicans. These had music attempting to create an oldy worldy sound to go with the scenes rather than having songs that I liked previously. Whereas Watchmen used music of that period to set the tone, Dylan's The Times They Are a-Changin' made for an excellent intro montage. I can't imagine a Vietnam film without a healthy dose of late 60's rock.

On the other hand many movies are ruined by awful nu metal and rap soundtracks. I think it's all to do with how well the music chosen fits and how well its utilised.

Re: How much does the soundtrack impact the movie?

SquishypuffDave — Thu, 19 Dec 2013 01:21:07 GMT

Author: SquishypuffDave

Posted: 12/19/2013 06:21

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This is how much the soundtrack impacts the movie.

Re: How much does the soundtrack impact the movie?

Anonymous — Wed, 18 Dec 2013 21:15:11 GMT

Author: Anonymous

Posted: 12/19/2013 02:15

samistake2ice wrote:

The soundtracks to both of these movies are fantastic

I'm not saying that they're bad, I just never seem to notice that they're there. I'm so absorbed in the plot of these two films every time that I've watched them, it just seems that I never seem to even care about their soundtracks.

Re: How much does the soundtrack impact the movie?

samistake2ice — Wed, 18 Dec 2013 18:11:59 GMT

Author: samistake2ice

Posted: 12/18/2013 23:11

meruizh wrote:

Just watch Into the Wild.... might that great because of the soundtrack by eddie vader

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genesisfoxtrot21 wrote:

films like Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind and Lost in Translation could do without them.

The soundtracks to both of these movies are fantastic

Re: How much does the soundtrack impact the movie?

Anonymous — Wed, 18 Dec 2013 17:00:04 GMT

Author: Anonymous

Posted: 12/18/2013 22:00

I think that it depends on the type of movie. For example, films like Star Wars or LOTR really benefit from their soundtracks, whereas films like Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind and Lost in Translation could do without them.

Re: How much does the soundtrack impact the movie?

Anonymous — Wed, 18 Dec 2013 16:55:52 GMT

Author: Anonymous

Posted: 12/18/2013 21:55

Hardly at all. It's like... a film perhaps. 🤔

Re: How much does the soundtrack impact the movie?

Lastings — Wed, 18 Dec 2013 16:52:38 GMT

Author: Lastings

Posted: 12/18/2013 21:52

there are two soundtracks that come to mind for me that certainly enhance the movies they are attached to and possible even carry them. Vanilla Sky and Garden State.

Re: How much does the soundtrack impact the movie?

Anonymous — Wed, 18 Dec 2013 16:35:51 GMT

Author: Anonymous

Posted: 12/18/2013 21:35

A fitting soundtrack definitely enhances a movie, regardless of whether or not I particularly like the music (The Shining is a fantastic example of a soundtrack that works wonders for the film but which I've never really enjoyed as an album). I like pop soundtracks, but I also like a good score (props to Carter Burwell). But as for how much a soundtrack impacts a movie, it's difficult for me to say. There aren't too many movies I remember watching where the soundtrack particularly detracts, although one I can think of is Blade Runner (sue me); I just don't think it works for the movie, but surprisingly I actually really like the soundtrack as a standalone album, even though most of the time Vangelis makes me nauseous. Often I don't notice the soundtrack at all, but I don't think that's a bad thing - at the end of the day, it isn't the reason I watch films. I imagine that seeing one of my favourite movies with a totally different soundtrack would be an interesting experience, and would probably help with my understanding of the importance of a good soundtrack. tl;dr, I don't know how to answer this question, but feel free to take a look at my soundtrack chart.

Re: How much does the soundtrack impact the movie?

SuedeSwede — Wed, 18 Dec 2013 16:25:09 GMT

Author: SuedeSwede

Posted: 12/18/2013 21:25

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Scott Pilgrim vs The World by Various Artists

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Re: How much does the soundtrack impact the movie?

Anonymous — Wed, 18 Dec 2013 16:23:37 GMT

Author: Anonymous

Posted: 12/18/2013 21:23

It impacts it lots, this also applies to video games and tv shows.
Though...hm...I don't think they're always necessary, but when the soundtrack is good it does make the movie better and they definitely help build an atmosphere to the movie (what is Pan's Labyrinth without that lullaby thingy? Well, it is Pan's Labyrinth without the lullaby thingy). If you're going to have a noticeable soundtrack, it has to be good, but if the soundtrack is easy to zone out, or just nonexistent, that is fine.

Re: How much does the soundtrack impact the movie?

Hayden — Wed, 18 Dec 2013 12:23:35 GMT

Author: Hayden

Posted: 12/18/2013 17:23

Behrus58 wrote:

The Best example that came to my mind was : "The Fountain" (2006)

The soundtrack to that movie is almost out of place. The movie isn't terrible by any means, but it isn't great. Yet the soundtrack in the background is a dramatic modern-classical score, and it sounds a bit silly sometimes with it's colossal feel.

But yeah, soundtrack is amazing for that movie.

As for the original question, yes. Lots and lots.

Re: How much does the soundtrack impact the movie?

ButterThumbz — Wed, 18 Dec 2013 12:16:59 GMT

Author: ButterThumbz

Posted: 12/18/2013 17:16

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For a great movie soundtrack (not necessarily a great movie) check out Natural Born Killers.

Re: How much does the soundtrack impact the movie?

meruizh — Wed, 18 Dec 2013 12:07:52 GMT

Author: meruizh

Posted: 12/18/2013 17:07

Just watch Into the Wild.... might that great because of the soundtrack by eddie vader

Re: How much does the soundtrack impact the movie?

Behrus58 — Wed, 18 Dec 2013 09:18:03 GMT

Author: Behrus58

Posted: 12/18/2013 14:18

The Best example that came to my mind was : "The Fountain" (2006)

Re: How much does the soundtrack impact the movie?

Anonymous — Wed, 18 Dec 2013 08:32:35 GMT

Author: Anonymous

Posted: 12/18/2013 13:32

IMO sound > visual. I'm extremely inexperienced with movies, though.

Re: How much does the soundtrack impact the movie?

samistake2ice — Wed, 18 Dec 2013 08:28:03 GMT

Author: samistake2ice

Posted: 12/18/2013 13:28

I'd say soundtrack (or score) is as important to a movie as almost anything else. Great soundtracks that come to mind are ones like Forrest Gump or The Big Chill, which bring to mind a certain time period in our lives, and like music so often does, transports us back there.

I would also argue that there would be no Tarantino with out great soundtracks. Think back to Reservoir Dogs and how different that movie would be w/o Stephen Wright spinning the soundtrack.

I started a favorite soundtrack list a while ago and haven't yet finished it. Its comprised of soundtracks I either had as a kid so they're sentimental, or soundtracks I just love. Much like my other lists they are personal, and not what I think are the "greatest" soundtracks.

Here it is : My Favorite Soundtracks by ryanbrun1

Thomas Newman is my favorite score composer not because hes the greatest, I just think he has such a hard time catching a break when it comes to award season.

Re: How much does the soundtrack impact the movie?

Romanelli — Wed, 18 Dec 2013 01:44:54 GMT

Author: Romanelli

Posted: 12/18/2013 06:44

Outstanding soundtrack. Bad movie.

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Pump Up The Volume by Various Artists

Re: How much does the soundtrack impact the movie?

Jasonconfused — Wed, 18 Dec 2013 00:15:23 GMT

Author: Jasonconfused

Posted: 12/18/2013 05:15

Movies that have my favorite soundtracks are almost automatically favorites of mine. Maybe it has to do with me being a bigger fan of music than movies.
Movies like Dazed and Confused I worship because they have amazing soundtracks.

Re: How much does the soundtrack impact the movie?

benpaco — Wed, 18 Dec 2013 00:07:57 GMT

Author: benpaco

Posted: 12/18/2013 05:07

Only watched two of my favorite movies ever due to the music. 500 Days of Summer serves as music videos for like 3 songs, just play the whole song over the movie and it's perfect. Example:

http://www.videobash.com/video_show/expectations-vs-reality-233861

Better than most music videos. I only paid attention to this movie flipping channels when suddenly The Smiths. Sat through it. No regrets.

Then of course, the all time best:

http://www.dailymotion.com/video/x2dxop_mad-world-donnie-darko-extrait_news

Re: How much does the soundtrack impact the movie?

rayword45 — Tue, 17 Dec 2013 23:49:49 GMT

Author: rayword45

Posted: 12/18/2013 04:49

To answer the topic question: A lot. Shitty licensed music isn't what I think is a problem, moreso how well any music fits. You could have all of my favorite artists in there but I wouldn't want to hear any Neutral Milk Hotel in a horror film (don't say Pree-Sisters) nor would I want early Mr. Bungle to show up on a slow-paced drama. The quality of the music can be passable to below average but if it fits I'm fine.