The Music Of Great Movies
I remember a time, when music for movies actually had something to do with the movies themselves. I think it was during the seventies and eighties when watching movies was a major preoccupation of mine. Now that I can watch full movies online, it seems to be even more obvious. Especially as I drift back to those early movies and watch a few of them. Movies like Carwash, actually had a song specifically written for it called Carwash. Strange I know, but seemed to make sense back then. then we seem to go through a period, when a movie soundtrack simply meant a collection of some of the most popular songs that were on the charts when the movie was released. Seems kinda like an easy way out for the movie producers to me.
The movie Falling Leaves is one where I particularly liked the music that was in it. It’s hard to pinpoint exactly the type of music I enjoy, but over the years I’ve learned to stop trying to understand the music and simply go with it. Another exciting movie which is pretty slick these days is Shadow Hours. A bit of a thriller for those inclined to that genre, and well worth a look. Given that I have a love for boating and sail boating in general, I’d be remiss if I didn’t mention The Salton Sea. Just another fine example, of why sometimes it’s just good to go with your gut instincts and enjoy the flick.
Movie soundtracks are like diamond rings they have to suit the genre and story of the film where they will be used in. Would you invest money in a ring that doesn’t appeal to your taste? The same concept applies to the kind of music used in a movie. It must fit the overall concept of the movie or else you will be misleading your audience.