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Across The Universe (Dlx Ed)

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The movie actors sing the songs and really put there own flavour to the Beatles words and music. The movie is great and so is the soundtrack. I love the deluxe version as it gives you 29 songs. If you are tired of the original Beatles versions this CD will add new life back into the many great songs they produced - enjoy.

First, be careful when shopping for this soundtrack, there are two versions. One has only 16 songs, and the other with all 31 and a price difference of only $1-2. Go with the better soundtrack.

Second, be wary if you have seen the movie. It's a *wonderful* movie, and absolutely stunning in that the cast actually performed most of the tracks while filming and not in a studio afterwards. The time they spent in the studio was the rehearsal stage, and that is what you are purchasing. Key atmosphere elements of the songs that make them fit with the movie are missing, and many songs are performed missing half or more of the voices that are present in the movie itself. (Songs appear to be performed almost solely by the main characters on the soundtrack and not, say, by the 4 other people in the scene as well.)

One of my key disappointments is in the song "Hey Jude" where the street drummer is entirely absent.

It's alright, but try to listen to the songs first to see if it's actually what you are looking for.

-D.Weber

While I wasn't a fan of the movie itself, I can't argue that the singing was great. I'm happy to say that musical's are back and in a big way.

Great CD at a great price. Be sure to get the deluxe edition with the additional songs.

If you loved the movie you'll love this c.d.It capture the magic of both the movie and the beatles. A must have for any beatle fan.