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1 CD(s) - Film - Label: Polydor - Distributor: Universal Music - Released: 30/05/2005 - 602498819753 more

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Not worth it
A review by JabberJo on Madagascar - Various Artists
July 12th, 2005


Author's product rating:   Madagascar - Various Artists - rated by JabberJo

Originality Lacking inspiration 
Lyrics Not applicable 
Quality and consistency of tracks Mixed 
Value for Money Poor 

Advantages: More of Hans Zimmer
Disadvantages: Unimaginative collection

Recommend to potential buyers: no 

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No doubt, the animated feature was a riot. However, its only after you see the songs listed on a back cover of a CD, is when you notice how Dreamworks went a little lazy on the soundtracks of this movie. Every other B grade inspirational movie ever to hit the market has had Chariot of Fire or What a Wonderful World. Also in this album includes the wilted Hawaii 5-0 score, overplayed Stayin' Alive, and bargain bin Boogie Wonderland.

Dreamworks certainly didn't spend too much effort trying to find some obscure or even less heard gems out there. They went straight for the tried and tired.

The only saving garce were the original scores by Hans Zimmer, especially Best Friends. However this only underlines the laziness of Dreamworks in just getting a the most obvious legendary figure in music sondtracks. Its probably an accurate guess that if Hans Zimmer wasn't available, then John Williams would be in there.

Thankfully, Hans Zimmer saved this OST from tanking. But if just for his couple of songs, your money is better spent elsewhere 

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