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Edward Scissorhands

Advantages: Elfman's most magical creation and a true masterpiece
Disadvantages: The Tom Jones song at the end

...Vincent Price as "The Inventor," Edward Scissorhands is a fairy-tale like fantasy about a strange artificial man with scissors for hands. From his lofty castle on top of a hill, he is whisked away by a cosmetic's saleswoman straight into the suburbs where he is greeted with interest and wonder. It won't be long however when people start turning against him due to his naïve trust in others and his sharp scissorhands that cause a few unintentional ...
...last entry of the year, Edward Scissorhands. In between his darkly gothic and quirky early style, Edward Scissorhands amazes you with its sweetly dream-like and gentle quality. It is music that is at all times hauntingly beautiful and lyrical, never really becoming unbearable or unlistenable. It is the most touching and personal of Elfman's scores, imbued with a nostalgic sorrow of great beauty. There are two elements in particular that really define ...

berlioz 07.07.2005 · Read full review
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Review of Edward Scissorhands - Original Soundtrack

Danny Elfman is the best at what he does

Advantages: you know that you are getting the best
Disadvantages: i think he does work best with Tim Burton, so is't not a disadvantage here

...most remarkable aspect of the Edward Scissorhands score is its ability to tell a story in and of itself. The album takes you on the journey of this fable with masterful precision. Emotions are never absent --nor are the fairy tale thematic and choral elements. Rarely missing for longer than a few minutes, the boy's chorus brilliantly carries the innocence and imaginative elements of the story. Track 15, "The Grand Finale" is easily among the ten ...
...the chorus, thematic development, and a heart-wrenching emotional climax into a dazzling, magical experience. Danny Elfman is the best at what he does, combine him with Tim Burton and you have pure magic the list is to long to name but just take The nightmare before christmas and Corpse Bridse, these 2 minds togeter will continue too bring us the best that there is to offer. ...

straitjacketlily 06.06.2007 · Read full review
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Review of Edward Scissorhands - Original Soundtrack

How High would this reach?

Advantages: good songs, good price
Disadvantages: generally appeals only to HSM fans

...while to catch on to High School Musical. In fact, I ended up seeing High School Musical 3 before I saw the first two! Though I have now caught myself up and along with that I am becoming more familiar with the songs. In an attempt to fully connect with the music, I found myself borrowing the CDs from a friend. One of which was of course the High School Musical 2 CD soundtrack. The album can be recognized by its aqua blue cover. On the front, 'High ...
...you are a fan of High School Musical, but I will admit that it is not one I would rush out and buy myself. It is a good CD to listen to if you were given it as a gift or, in my case, if you borrow it from a friend. Though I feel you should only spend money on it if you know you are going to like it and you do like High School Musical! It is great to listen to, generally quite upbeat, and well worth giving it a go! Amy 2009 Track listing can be found ...

Amy69 25.11.2009 · Read full review
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Review of High School Musical II - Various Artists

A Beautiful but Mysterious Story, Definitely Maybe...

Advantages: Beautifully written, excellent acting
Disadvantages: I wish there was a part2 haha.

Definitely Maybe is one of the movies that I had fun watching. I never got bored for even a second between the movie and I each and every moment I was wondering what will happen next. Its a story about a guy Will who lives with his little daughter (Maya) and is about to get divorced with his wife Sarah. He is like a friend to his daughter, a really cool father. Once after coming back from school Maya started questioning and asking him about ...
...wouldnt tell at first, but later he agrees. But he told Maya that he will not tell her the actual names. Will changes the names of his ex-girlfriends while narrating the story. Maya agrees and Will starts telling her the story. Maya gets confused as she is left guessing who's going to be her actual mom. Emily He tells her about his college girlfriend Emily whom he loved so much but he had to leave her to go to Newyork for work. She gives him ...

shani21shani 12.11.2009 · Read full review
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Review of Definitely Maybe - Various Artists

Is That It?

Advantages: Great music, showcasing Jackson at his best
Disadvantages: Not a soundtrack album, just a marketing tool

...the real life version at this point. The cinematic release opens it up to more people than had tickets for the shows at the O2 and whilst we may only get to see the rehearsals rather than the full on show, it’s a last opportunity to see Michael Jackson doing what he has always done best – put on one heck of a show. Naturally, with a film there is an accompanying soundtrack. Unfortunately, the 2 CD version of “This Is It” is not a soundtrack, but ...
...“Wanna Be Startin’ Somethin’”. This is a great high tempo pop tune with a funky bass beat that it wonderfully typical of much of Jackson’s output. It bounces along wonderfully and it’s the kind of song that gets your feet tapping. That said, at just over six minutes long and containing a number of repetitions of the chorus, it does get a little repetitive after a while, as there isn’t a lot of variation in either the music or the lyrics. Next up ...

Soho_Black 08.11.2009 · Read full review
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Review of This Is It - Michael Jackson