Romeo and Juliet (1996) Various Artists
Do you remember the movie or the soundtrack better? For me, it’s the latter — who can argue with the list of talent that includes Radiohead, Garbage, and the Cardigans? One might argue that the Romeo and Juliet soundtrack is peak-nineties cool.
Chariots of Fire (1981) Vangelis
Vangelis’ deep analog synth-based soundscapes are a huge part of the film’s success; the spine-tingling title theme must be one of the most iconic musical arrangements ever written.
You Were Never Really Here (2017) Johnny Greenwood
The Radiohead and Smile guitarist is also a concert-level violinist with an astounding solo discography, including There Will Be Blood and Phantom Thread. His collaboration with Scots director Lynne Ramsay on her experimentally dark You Were Never Really Here is transcendent
Top Gun (1986) Various Artists
We all love Tom and Val’s brinkmanship, Tony Scott’s delicious aerial fighter set pieces, and that needless beach volleyball scene. However, can they beat Kenny Loggins’ “Danger Zone” or the fact that the Godfather of dance music, Georgio Moroder, was involved in several tracks? Either way, the Top Gun soundtrack wins this sky duel.
Singles (1992) Various
With tracks from Seattle’s finest, Alice in Chains, Soundgarden, and Pearl Jam to choose from, the movie stood no chance in this contest.
ONTD, what’s your fav soundtrack?
