Romão 2,274 Posted October 1, 2008 Share Posted October 1, 2008 I like Williams' work for Amazing Stories, but apart from the series theme, I don't think either score is anything special -- but standard Williams is still pretty good.I've always felt Ghost Train is by far the best Aamazing Stories score JW wrote. It's a lovely lovely score, in the vein of Stanley and Iris and Accidental Tourist, which are also irresistible. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maglorfin 196 Posted October 1, 2008 Share Posted October 1, 2008 David Arnold - Tomorrow Never Dies, his best 007 effort so far. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trent Hoyt 13 Posted October 1, 2008 Share Posted October 1, 2008 Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home by Leonard Rosenman. The "Home Again/End Credits" is the only cue you need from this score. I do like the "Main Title" its a stark contrast from all the other movies. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ray Barnsbury 8 Posted October 1, 2008 Share Posted October 1, 2008 Totally with KM on Amazing Stories. Both "Ghost Train" and "The Mission" are pure vintage JW, and the latter is every bit as magical and exhilarating as his film scores from that period. And for the record, I think SpaceCamp is wonderful too. That was from the time when Williams could pretty much do no wrong. Too bad I was, like, 2 years old. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hitch 57 Posted October 1, 2008 Share Posted October 1, 2008 Black Robe by Georges Delerue. Loved the score when I heard it back in the early 90s. Recently discovered it and boy, what a revelation. Especially the last track "Libera Me" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Penna 3,694 Posted October 1, 2008 Share Posted October 1, 2008 Well I think that OotP is a masterpiece or a near masterpiece (I'm listening to it right now, once I finish I'll decide). It is just fantastic, within the same league of SS and PoA, and better than CoS. I second Ray's comment - what do you like so much about Hooper's score? There are barely any hummable themes and most of it has such a flat sound, that for me it rarely ascends beyond a nice background listen.And I don't think it comes anywhere near the quality of CoS. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ray Barnsbury 8 Posted October 2, 2008 Share Posted October 2, 2008 Yeah. Saying it's a masterpiece because you enjoy it sort of kills any discussion about why it might objectively be considered that good or not. Anyway, I just finished Elfman's Serenada Schizophrana, never having listened to the whole piece before. It's really interesting and evocative, and definitely retains Elfman's distinct voice. I listened to it on a walk, and it fit well with the shades of autumn that are starting to appear. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick Parker 3,040 Posted October 2, 2008 Share Posted October 2, 2008 Though I do not find "Serenada Schizophrana" to be Elfman's best, it is very good. I have been listening to a lot of his albums as of yesterday, inspired by someone's post about "Sleepy Hollow" (which I listened to for the first time last night. I really enjoyed it.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koray Savas 2,251 Posted October 2, 2008 Share Posted October 2, 2008 Signs by James Newton HowardBrilliant stuff right here. One of my favorite scores of all time.The Village by James Newton HowardRead above. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bryant Burnette 654 Posted October 2, 2008 Share Posted October 2, 2008 Signs by James Newton HowardBrilliant stuff right here. One of my favorite scores of all time.The Village by James Newton HowardRead above.If those aren't two of THE absolute finest scores of the decade, I'll eat the shorts of anyone who can prove it to me.I anticipate many shortless dinners. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Delorean90 42 Posted October 2, 2008 Share Posted October 2, 2008 WarGames by Arthur B. RubinsteinWonderful score. The orchestrations are rich, the action music exciting, the underscore by turns tense, mysterious, and beautiful. I'd say this is pretty much a must-have for any fan of robust, orchestral film music. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koray Savas 2,251 Posted October 2, 2008 Share Posted October 2, 2008 Navajo Joe by Ennio MorriconeGenius.Two Mules For Sister Sara / Days Of Heaven by Ennio MorriconeGenius.The Untouchables by Ennio MorriconeGenius. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
indy4 155 Posted October 2, 2008 Share Posted October 2, 2008 Koray, I agree about Signs. It is probably in my top ten scores of all time (top twenty for sure).Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix:First of all, I will say that I have seen your guys' points about it being a masterpiece/near masterpiece, and I agree that it is neither of those. However, I still consider it to be a fantastic score, way above average, and a fantastic listen. Perhaps later this week when I have more time I will evaluate on my opinions of this score and why it is a fantastic score/why it's not a masterpiece. But I do still consider it to be the third best Potter score, and closer to SS and PoA than it is to CoS. I am very upset that JW is not scoring HBP and probably not DH, but Hooper would be my second choice just because of this score. 4.25/5 starsHeartbeeps:I've said this a couple times, but more than any other JW score I've heard, this one sounds like he was having a fun time composing it. It is one of his most unique scores (right after Images, I'd say). The themes are beautiful, hilarious, and evil, yet always fun. There are some bits that sound like CE3K. My favorite part is that wonderfully mischevious theme heard in "Val's First Drive." 3.5/5 stars Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick Parker 3,040 Posted October 2, 2008 Share Posted October 2, 2008 I really need to purchase "Heartbeeps" after November.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
indy4 155 Posted October 2, 2008 Share Posted October 2, 2008 You should get it before it gets too expensive.Though I know some people consider it to be JW's worst score. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick Parker 3,040 Posted October 2, 2008 Share Posted October 2, 2008 Are you unaware of my fiscal plight? Also, we seem to have similar opinions, so I will probably enjoy it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
indy4 155 Posted October 2, 2008 Share Posted October 2, 2008 Well then you should definetly try to get it ASAP. Because of your fiscal plight, actually, because it is out of print, and it is only going to get more expensive. Of course if it's a matter of this or the Indy boxset, get Indy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bryant Burnette 654 Posted October 2, 2008 Share Posted October 2, 2008 Heartbeeps is a wonderful, odd score, and it's well worth tracking down . . . but boy, oh boy, is the movie a stinker. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick Parker 3,040 Posted October 2, 2008 Share Posted October 2, 2008 Well then you should definetly try to get it ASAP. Because of your fiscal plight, actually, because it is out of print, and it is only going to get more expensive. Of course if it's a matter of this or the Indy boxset, get Indy.What else would I be torn between? Wait, do not answer that.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A24 4,338 Posted October 2, 2008 Share Posted October 2, 2008 CD 2 of Star Wars: The Phantom Menace, my favorite prequel music. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Morlock 11 Posted October 2, 2008 Share Posted October 2, 2008 Mine too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
publicist 4,643 Posted October 2, 2008 Share Posted October 2, 2008 Mine too.Not in this form....sadly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koray Savas 2,251 Posted October 2, 2008 Share Posted October 2, 2008 Heartbeeps is a wonderful, odd score, and it's well worth tracking down . . . but boy, oh boy, is the movie a stinker. I believe I already told the story of me keeping myself awake at 2am just so I could watch it from beginning to end.The Thing by Ennio MorriconeGenius. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hitch 57 Posted October 3, 2008 Share Posted October 3, 2008 CD 2 of Star Wars: The Phantom Menace, my favorite prequel music.Didn't anyone tell John how to brush his teeth? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FattyMcButterpants 1 Posted October 3, 2008 Share Posted October 3, 2008 Koray, I agree about Signs. It is probably in my top ten scores of all time (top twenty for sure).Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix:First of all, I will say that I have seen your guys' points about it being a masterpiece/near masterpiece, and I agree that it is neither of those.Where on this board have you read points in favour of OOTP being a masterpiece??You sure you're thinking about the right board? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
indy4 155 Posted October 3, 2008 Share Posted October 3, 2008 The points have come from my very keyboard. Look back a page or two. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FattyMcButterpants 1 Posted October 3, 2008 Share Posted October 3, 2008 Ah, I see.So, you think it's a near masterpiece, and got trashed?Well, that fits. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koray Savas 2,251 Posted October 3, 2008 Share Posted October 3, 2008 Stato Interessante by Ennio MorriconeGenius. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
indy4 155 Posted October 3, 2008 Share Posted October 3, 2008 Ah, I see.So, you think it's a near masterpiece, and got trashed?Well, that fits.Hmmm...I have read this post several times, and I'm not quite sure what you're saying. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FattyMcButterpants 1 Posted October 3, 2008 Share Posted October 3, 2008 Well, you're known to have one or two unique opinions on this board - hence your avatar Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
indy4 155 Posted October 3, 2008 Share Posted October 3, 2008 Yes, that is very true.At least I don't like The Clone Wars! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koray Savas 2,251 Posted October 3, 2008 Share Posted October 3, 2008 The Legend Of 1900 by Ennio MorriconeGenius.Malena by Ennio MorriconeGenius. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marian Schedenig 8,200 Posted October 3, 2008 Share Posted October 3, 2008 The Legend Of 1900 by Ennio MorriconeGenius.Yes, that's a great one. The Legend of the Pianist and Child are brilliant. Shame the piano duel isn't on the album, but it's part of the Arena Concerto.Wonderful film, too, as far as I recall. I have to pick up the Italian DVD someday (apparently, all other releases are abridged). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Henry B 50 Posted October 3, 2008 Share Posted October 3, 2008 Isn't the piano duel music on the extended Italian release of 1900? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Desplat13 1 Posted October 3, 2008 Share Posted October 3, 2008 Mahler's Das Lied Von Der Erde. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koray Savas 2,251 Posted October 3, 2008 Share Posted October 3, 2008 Isn't the piano duel music on the extended Italian release of 1900?Are The Legend Of 1900 and 1900 the same film? I have the DVD of 1900, I never got a chance to watch it cause it's 5 hours long.Lolita by Ennio MorriconeGenius. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Henry B 50 Posted October 3, 2008 Share Posted October 3, 2008 What? No, I was just abbreviating The Legend of 1900. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A24 4,338 Posted October 3, 2008 Share Posted October 3, 2008 Wonderful film, too, as far as I recall. I have to pick up the Italian DVD someday (apparently, all other releases are abridged).Sadly, it doesn't hold up during a second visit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koray Savas 2,251 Posted October 3, 2008 Share Posted October 3, 2008 What? No, I was just abbreviating The Legend of 1900.Interesting, because Morricone scored both. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoeinAR 1,949 Posted October 3, 2008 Share Posted October 3, 2008 Dressed to Kill. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crocodile 8,017 Posted October 3, 2008 Share Posted October 3, 2008 Unbreakable.Karol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marian Schedenig 8,200 Posted October 3, 2008 Share Posted October 3, 2008 Isn't the piano duel music on the extended Italian release of 1900?Possible, I think mine is the regular European release.What? No, I was just abbreviating The Legend of 1900.Interesting, because Morricone scored both.Yes. But I've always thought he was picked for Legend partly because the piano duel was short like a western. Legend of 1900 goes by a number of titles though, as the Italian title never included "1900" (the lead character's name). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jacob 0 Posted October 3, 2008 Share Posted October 3, 2008 Just heard When Johnny Comes Marching Home from How The West Was Won and couldn't help but snigger at the lyrics. The men will cheer and the boys will shout The ladies they will all turn out And we'll all feel gay When Johnny comes marching home.http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/When_Johnny_Comes_Marching_Home Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koray Savas 2,251 Posted October 4, 2008 Share Posted October 4, 2008 L'Avventuriero by Ennio MorriconeGenius.Corleone by Ennio MorriconeGenius.A Fistful Of Dollars by Ennio MorriconeGenius.For A Few Dollars More by Ennio MorriconeGenius.The Mission by Ennio MorriconeGenius.Il Mercenario by Ennio MorriconeGenius.Il Mio Nome È Nessuno by Ennio MorriconeGenius. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koray Savas 2,251 Posted October 5, 2008 Share Posted October 5, 2008 No one else listens to music here?Once Upon A Time In America by Ennio MorriconeGenius. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
indy4 155 Posted October 5, 2008 Share Posted October 5, 2008 I dunno, I just never really got into the music listening thing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Crichton 4 Posted October 5, 2008 Share Posted October 5, 2008 No one else listens to music here?What, why would I waste my time doing that? At work yesterday I listened to Raiders and Medal of Honor, with other people up there with me. And got away with it! Without a single comment. Just goes to prove that so many people in this world pay no attention to music, it's just background noise. I'm working tomorrow night and will be by myself most of it, I'm planning on taking Independence Day and some of my Final Fantasy concert collection.Other than that I've been finishing up a Lord of the Rings run and listening to Potter for the first time in a while. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red 75 Posted October 6, 2008 Share Posted October 6, 2008 No one else listens to music here?They do, it's just they don't feel the need to post about every single score they listen to. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koray Savas 2,251 Posted October 6, 2008 Share Posted October 6, 2008 Oh I'm posting every single one! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ollie 1,059 Posted October 6, 2008 Share Posted October 6, 2008 They do, it's just they don't feel the need to post about every single score they listen to.Correct. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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