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Updated as a contemporary thriller/vehicle for Matt Damon, this second take on Robert Ludlum's classic spy thriller (previously a Richard Chamberlain-starring TV miniseries) may be more interested in action set pieces than faithfulness to its literary roots. But composer John Powell's skillful score goes a long way toward steeping the well-orchestrated stunts and car chases with an aura of mystery and unease. With a résumé heavy in animation (Shrek, Chicken Run, Antz) and spoofs (Evolution, Rat Race, Just Visiting), Powell is obviously adept at parodying the tired McAction score. Here he deftly sidesteps such clichés, delivering up a remarkable, subtle score of restlessly shifting moods and color. The plaintive oboe figure of the "Main Title" segues to vaguely East Asian orchestral motifs, then increasingly prominent use of wily, ever-shifting electronic rhythms and effects. The effect is compelling and almost hypnotic, music that perfectly underscores the lead character's identity crisis and the web of intrigue he's caught up in. Powell spares us the typical bombast and shrewdly lets the visual action speak for itself. This wise composer understands that less can be infinitely more. --Jerry McCulley
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By C. Wilkinson
Format:Audio CD
When I saw the movie, all I remembered was "car chase". But I later bought the soundtrack, and loved it, but wondered why the car chase wasn't on it, well I downloaded it off kazza. I liked it at first but the vocals in the track turn it into a dance track(which it is), not action music. The reason Moby's and Okenfold's tracks weren't included, was because John Powell produced the CD, and since those tracks weren't by him, he didn't include them in the soundtrack. This Cd is one of Powell's best action scores to date, the main theme is superb. The way the theme is played with strings make it a perfect theme to the movie. I noticed a mistake, the track "Jason's Theme" isn't his theme, heck, it's not even played in the movie. The correct "Jason's Theme" got switched, Drum and Bass Remix is Jason's Theme. Powell really shows us that he can make a great in hardly anytime.
By A Customer
Format:Audio CD
I don't listen to very much music, which is often distracting, but this collection I can listen to repeatedly, without tiring of it.
Suitable to study or read by, a very big plus.
It is not boring, nor demanding/attention-stealing. It is an excellent audio "picture" of the motion picture, which is very interesting: straight, clear and clean principles evoked by the lead character--very well-done by Matt Damon.
The absence of vocals is a plus, and the "repetition" of themes is well-done, not over-done. I don't consider the two "missing" pieces, one by Moby, the other by Paul Oakenfold, important.
Suitable to study or read by, a very big plus.
It is not boring, nor demanding/attention-stealing. It is an excellent audio "picture" of the motion picture, which is very interesting: straight, clear and clean principles evoked by the lead character--very well-done by Matt Damon.
The absence of vocals is a plus, and the "repetition" of themes is well-done, not over-done. I don't consider the two "missing" pieces, one by Moby, the other by Paul Oakenfold, important.
By "lkuriako"
Format:Audio CD
I bought the soundtrack recently after wanting it for a year, and I have to say I'm not dissapointed. It's become my favorite cd...I did want to have Ready, STeady, Go in the soundtrack, but thats not the only song thats good to listen to. Some of the main themes do repeat themselves a lot in the soundtrack, however the entire album contibutes a lot to the dramatic fast-paced and lively emotions of the movie.
It's a great buy.
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Second end title track
Does anyone know the name of the song that plays right after 'Extreme Ways' in the original ending? I haven't heard it in any of the samples of the CD.
Published on Aug 12 2003 by WJM
1.0 out of 5 stars
End title track
Does anyone know the name of the track that followed Extreme Ways during the end titles? Is it on the soundtrack or something they left out?
Published on Aug 12 2003 by WJM
3.0 out of 5 stars
Song question.
I was wondering what the name of the song was at the orginal ending.
Published on Aug 10 2003 by Stephen W. Daume
3.0 out of 5 stars
Good "soundtrack" music
If you looking for the chase scene music - it's not in here. The chase scene track is titled "Ready, Steady, Go" by Paul Oakenfold in case you want to find it. Read more
Published on July 1 2003 by Brent Holland
1.0 out of 5 stars
Chase Music Revealed!
Like the one above, I wanted the soundtrack for its chase scene music ("umm... there's gonna be a little bump"). Read more
Published on Jun 30 2003 by Jonathan Eells
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great and Original Soundtrack
When I saw this film I get astonished with the soundtrack of this movie. It's the kind of soundtrack that helps you to feel better the movie sensations. Read more
Published on Jun 29 2003 by Javier Ruiz de Arcaute
2.0 out of 5 stars
What a letdown...
Like most of you, I purchased this CD for the SOLE purpose of owning "the chase scene" music, and patiently waited through the entire 19 tracks only to find out - IT'S NOT IN... Read more
Published on Jun 13 2003 by Tyrone P. McSteinchez
1.0 out of 5 stars
Boring and unimaginative
Compared to the action music writing of Hans Zimmer, the beautiful portraits painted by Thomas Newman, the amazing character sketches by James Horner, and the landscapes by John... Read more
Published on May 11 2003 by M. Fant
3.0 out of 5 stars
Alternate Ending Song
In case anyone wants to know the song from the alternate ending is "Joseph Arthur's" album "Come To Where I'm From" titled "In The Sun."
Published on May 3 2003 by Steven D.
4.0 out of 5 stars
Car Chase and End Theme Info
The exact name of the 'car chase theme music' is Ready Steady Go by Paul Oakenfold (correct spelling). The 'end theme song' is Extreme Ways by Moby. Read more
Published on April 27 2003 by Rachel
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