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Top 5 Innovative and appropriate film soundtracks
The Matrix: Music from & Inspired by the Motion PictureThe Matrix: Music from & Inspired by the Motion Picture by Original Soundtrack
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Featuring mostly electronic music, acting as both character and location theme. Juxtaposition of music against slow motion visuals giving the impression of 'un-reality' thus mirroring the matrix.
Reservoir DogsReservoir Dogs by Original Soundtrack
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Stylistic soundtrack representing era and/or location, deliberately awkward Juxtaposition of major music against violence, key, subtle use of diegetic to non-diegetic device.
Vanilla SkyVanilla Sky by Original Soundtrack
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Deliberately ethereal (epitomised by Nancy Wilson's - elevator beat) to give impression of dream-like state. Instrumental music used frequently allowing visuals space.
O Brother, Where Art Thou?O Brother, Where Art Thou? by Various Artists
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Character, location era all represented, but with attention to narrative and mood. Music also seamlessly forming part of the storyline.
AladdinAladdin by Alan Menken
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Catchy Disney melodies, expert arrangements, flavoured with elements of Arabian music. Score blends into soundtrack smoothly. Oscar for best song.