Since the advent of the talking picture, movies and music have been synonymous. From happy-go-lucky musicals to soaring epics backed by massive orchestras, music has been a crucial influence on the power of motion pictures. Just think about it, would that decisive final battle or that perfect kiss be the same without the right music in the background? I don't think so.
So in remembrance of all those great movie moments, here is a list of some of the best pairings of music and film in history. Enjoy, and don't be afraid to cry. It's okay.
Best Movie Theme:
Star Wars (Main Theme) - John Williams
Well, I went with the obvious choice. But let's be real, this is probably one of the most memorable and classic movie theme of all time. When those horns hit for the first time as you stare into the vacuum of space on your TV screen, you know you are in for an epic adventure. And what a strange and wonderful trip it really was.
Runner Up: Dragon: The Bruce Lee Story - Randy Edelman
Decent movie, great soundtrack.
Best musical:
Little Shop of Horrors
Runner up: Singin' In the Rain
The Golden Age of Cinema. Just singin' and laughin'... try to get that one out of your head.
Best Compilation Soundtrack:
The Blues Brothers
Fun, fast, and of course, Bluesy. Everybody needs somebody who listens to this soundtrack.
Runner Up: The Graduate
Oh Mrs. Robinson.
Best Movie + Music moment:
The Elevator Scene - Vanilla Sky
The whole sequence in the movie leading up to the roof scene is absolutely genius. It begins with "Good Vibrations" by the Beach Boys as David realizes he's living in a dream. As he yells for tech support, an elevator opens. The scene in the elevator was mesmerizing to me. As David hears the heartbreaking truth about his life, we here "Doot Doot" by Freur and then "Ladies and Gentleman We Are Floating in Space" by Spiritualized. I'll never forget hearing the lyrics of the "Floating in Space" as I learned of David's actual death: "All I want in life's a little bit of love to take the pain away." It is then that Edmund says: "Consequences, David. It's the little things." All in all a heart-wrenching scene.
Runner Up: Squints kisses Wendy - The Sandlot
Nothing makes me miss those carefree days as a kid more than The Sandlot. The movie captures the essence of those days filled with baseball, fun, and adventure perfectly. And there's no moment better than when Squints kisses the bombshell Wendy Peffercorn, the lifeguard while "This Magic Moment" plays in the background. Ahhh... Wendy, how I loved you.
Well, that wraps up the review of the magic union of movies and music.
Til' next week!
Eric
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