Top 10 Iconic Movie Soundtracks
10. Back To The Future(1985)
Marty McFly was portrayed by actor Michael J. Fox in the 1985 hit film Back to the Future.
In the science fiction classic, he pulls double duty by attempting to save his eccentric scientist friend Doc Brown while also working extra hours to maintain his parents' relationship (and his own skin).
This varied Back to the Future soundtrack album will transport you back in time.
9. The Good, The Bad And The Ugly(1966)
One of the greatest Western scores ever has been expanded by 10 tracks to its original length. A delight with a spaghetti flavor for music fans!
This well-liked Sergio Leone-directed '60s movie is a true masterpiece of the Spaghetti Western genre.
In this Civil War-era Western starring Clint Eastwood as Joe, the Mexican outlaw Tuco establishes an odd alliance with Joe.
Although Joe takes Tuco in for a reward, he subsequently saves him from being hung, and the two work together to defeat a fugitive criminal.
8. The Godfather(1972)
We all know how fantastic "The Godfather" movies are; it continues to be one of the most beloved and well-liked films of all time and now occupies the third spot on IMDB with 9.2 ratings. The movie's infamous lines of speech may still stick in your mind.
"I’m gonna make him an offer he can’t refuse."
The utilization of music and themes was, in my opinion, the most engaging aspect of this film. The masterpiece of music that Nino Rota created is still played today in live performances. This theme was initially released as an instrumental; however, it was later released as a song, which I will discuss later. For the time being, let's talk about the theme.
7. The Dark Knight(2008)
The Batman franchise was fundamentally altered by The Dark Knight. It was time to introduce fans to a new kind of superhero because 1997's buffoonery of Batman & Robin was still ringing in their ears. Batman Begins, Christopher Nolan's 2005 film, provided much of the foundation, but The Dark Knight rose to new heights. A superhero movie with true moral complexity was shown here. And if that weren't enough, it had a fantastic score by Hans Zimmer, the enfant terrible of Hollywood soundtracks.
6. Rockey(1976)
The purpose of a music score is to depict the inner thoughts and feelings of a character. This is why hearing the strings from "Psycho" by Bernard Herrmann makes us feel anxious, and hearing the harmonica riffs from "Once Upon A Time In The West" by Ennio Morricone makes us feel the tension of a coming firefight.
The enormous training sequence, the first of many montages spread across the eight films in the franchise, including the most recent, "Creed II," gave Rocky's theme the subtitle "Gonna Fly Now."
5. Jurassic Park(1993)
Williams' music accentuates the adventurous character of a theme park while containing lots of risks. He was able to develop two enduring central ideas. The piece that is actually named "Theme from Jurassic Park" exudes reverent wonder at the splendor of dinosaurs who have been brought back to life. Despite being referred to as the major theme and having an immediate effect on viewers watching the movie, it only actually occurs three times. The concert suite arrangements are responsible for its additional CD appearances.
4. Interstellar(2014)
The Interstellar soundtrack by Hans Zimmer is fantastic. The film's soundtrack features a variety of instruments, including piano, violins, and, of course, the pipe organ. I always admire the clever application of these instruments in contemporary contexts as a pianist and organist.
The pipe organ is renowned for its capacity to produce abrupt variations in volume and intensity. You will undoubtedly notice the dynamic range of the sound during critical scenes if you watch the movie. The pipe organ was expertly utilized to improve the mood throughout the movie.
3. James Bond
You might wish to go into the history of this 50-year-old franchise and consider your favorite Bond movies and songs as you prepare for the new Bond movie and its recently released James Bond song. But after hearing "Goldfinger" and "Live and Let Die," how many songs are left in your memory? We looked deeper into the ones you might not remember and focused on those we felt merited another listen.
2. Star Wars(1977)
John Williams began composing for movies in the late 1950s, working his way up through a huge number of diverse films and honing his skill. He began a ten-year stretch of cinema composing in 1975, when he was 43 years old, which is best characterized as shit-hot.
Williams' neo-Romantic approach found the ideal vehicle in Star Wars and its sequels (influenced by late-19th-century music). This grounds director George Lucas' fantastical extraterrestrial tale in a reassuringly familiar, frequently heroic musical atmosphere. With music snippets, Minnesota Public Radio has an analysis of the connections between Star Wars and the works that probably served as Williams' inspiration.
1. Harry Potter(2001)
Like James Bond, Star Wars, and other iconic film themes, the Harry Potter theme is one of those exceptionally uncommon compositions that characterize its films. Even individuals who have no interest in movie music would be able to name the theme reasonably quickly if asked. It would be an understatement to call the Harry Potter theme iconic because it encompasses so much more. It significantly influenced the first movie's purely mystical mood and established the tone for every sequel. Even though the Harry Potter films are quite fantastic on their own, John Williams' score propelled them to the heights of their present legend status.
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