A Prayer for the Dying Soundtrack (

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Rating: 6.30/10 from 5700 votes
Tags: man forced to strip
Alternate Names:
Title in Italiano:

Una preghiera per morire

Title in Português:

Os Guerrilheiros da Sombra

Title in Français:

L'Irlandais

Title in Türk:

Ölüm Emri

Title in Deutsch:

L'Irlandais

Synopsis

A Prayer for the Dying

Martin Fallon is an I.R.A. bomber who tries to blow up a troop truck, but instead kills a bus load of school children. He loses heart and quits the movement and goes to London trying to leave the U.K. and start a new life.

The I.R.A. wants him back (he knows too much) and the local crime boss, Meehan, will only help him if he performs one last hit, on a rival crime boss. When Fallon does perform the hit, he is seen by a Catholic priest.

He refuses to kill an innocent again, and must find a way to escape the police without killing the priest who can identify him.

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A Prayer for the Dying
Ave Maria
Franz Schubert: Performer
Marche funèbre (Funeral March)
Frédéric Chopin: Performer
Fugue in G Minor (Little Fugue) [BWV 578]
Panis Angelicus
César Franck: Performer
Main Titles
Bill Conti: Performer
The Raid
Bill Conti: Performer
Graveside Hit
Bill Conti: Performer
Martin Waits / Martin's Confession / Billy & Jenny
Bill Conti: Performer
Malachi's Meeting
Bill Conti: Performer
Martin Meets Anna / Meehan the Malevolent
Bill Conti: Performer
Trashing the Church / Da Costa's Agony / Message for Martin
Bill Conti: Performer
It's All Right Malachi / Malachi's Murder
Bill Conti: Performer
Martin & Anna
Bill Conti: Performer
Billy Goes Away
Bill Conti: Performer
Meehan at Church
Bill Conti: Performer
Meehan Gets Anna / The Boat
Bill Conti: Performer
Martin & Meehan / Martin on the Cross
Bill Conti: Performer
End Credits
Bill Conti: Performer
WINTER PEOPLE: Main Title
John Scott: Performer
Other Side of the Mountain
John Scott: Performer
Bear Hunt
John Scott: Performer
Wayland's Prize
John Scott: Performer
At the Waterfall
John Scott: Performer
The Fight
John Scott: Performer
The Frozen Corpse
John Scott: Performer
Collie's Grief
John Scott: Performer
The Sacrifice
John Scott: Performer
Easter Wedding
John Scott: Performer
The Return of Jonathan
John Scott: Performer
Lightning In A Bottle (vocals Jennifer Warnes)
John Scott: Performer
PRAYER FOR THE DYING (UNUSED SCORE): An Irish Lament
John Scott: Performer
Fallon Arrives in London
John Scott: Performer
Date With a Blind Girl
John Scott: Performer
Anna and the Killer
John Scott: Performer
Funeral Parlor 1 (On Wings of Song)
John Scott: Performer
Funeral Parlor 2 (A Cry for Ireland)
John Scott: Performer
Jenny's Apartment
John Scott: Performer
Boat Encounter
John Scott: Performer
Police Tip Off
John Scott: Performer
Fallon's Fall
John Scott: Performer
A Blind Girl's Grief
John Scott: Performer
A Cry for Ireland
John Scott: Performer
Rest Eternal
John Scott: Performer
Main Title / In London
Bill Conti: Performer
Tipping Off The Cops
Bill Conti: Performer
The Death Of Krasko
Bill Conti: Performer
Confess Your Sins
Bill Conti: Performer
Conversations
Bill Conti: Performer
The Meeting
Bill Conti: Performer
Fallon And The Blind Girl
Bill Conti: Performer
The Killer
Bill Conti: Performer
Ship Of Fools
Bill Conti: Performer
Just As You Told Me
Bill Conti: Performer
End Title
Bill Conti: Performer
Martin Waits / Martin's Confession / Billy & Jenny
Bill Conti: Performer
Malachi's Meeting
Bill Conti: Performer
Trashing the Church / Da Costa's Agony / Message for Martin
Bill Conti: Performer
It's All Right Malachi / Malachi's Murder
Bill Conti: Performer
Wayland's Prize
John Scott: Performer
Collie's Grief
John Scott: Performer
Jenny's Apartment
John Scott: Performer
Fallon's Fall
John Scott: Performer
A Blind Girl's Grief
John Scott: Performer

User reviews

Paul Lewis
7/10

Overall, the soundtrack of A Prayer for the Dying is a masterful work of art that enhances the storytelling and emotional depth of the film, leaving a lasting impression on the viewer.

Andrew Turner
7/10

The soundtrack's ability to evoke a sense of nostalgia and melancholy adds an additional layer of complexity to the characters and their motivations.

Deborah Miller
7/10

The haunting and emotional score perfectly captures the inner turmoil and conflict of the main character, Martin Fallon, as he grapples with his past actions in A Prayer for the Dying.

Elizabeth Harris
10/10

The use of haunting melodies and powerful orchestral arrangements in the soundtrack evokes a sense of inner turmoil and conflict within Martin Fallon. The music brings depth and complexity to his character, making the audience empathize with his struggles and moral dilemmas.

Richard Hernandez
1/10

The score for A Prayer for the Dying felt disjointed and lacked thematic coherence. The music failed to effectively convey the emotional weight of the film's intense scenes, leaving me feeling disconnected from the story.

Matthew Nelson
5/10

The soundtrack of A Prayer for the Dying effectively captures the intense and suspenseful atmosphere of the film. The use of dark and ominous tones creates a sense of tension that keeps the audience on edge throughout the movie.

Richard Rodriguez
7/10

The melodic themes in the soundtrack stay with you long after the film ends, underscoring the powerful storytelling and character development.

Charles Hernandez
8/10

The score effectively conveys the moral dilemmas faced by the characters, creating a sense of empathy and understanding among the audience.

Kimberly Hernandez
10/10

The soundtrack of A Prayer for the Dying perfectly captures the intense and emotional journey of the main character, Martin Fallon. The music enhances the suspense and drama of the story, creating a gripping and immersive experience for the audience.

Paul Garcia
2/10

The use of generic, cliché soundscapes in the soundtrack detracted from the film's authenticity and depth. Instead of enhancing the suspense and tension, the music often felt like an afterthought, undermining the impact of crucial moments in the plot.

Richard Carter
8/10

The orchestration and arrangement of the music elevate key moments in the plot, adding a sense of grandeur and significance to the narrative.

Kenneth Martin
7/10

The music complements the visual elements of the film beautifully, creating a cohesive and immersive cinematic experience for the audience.

Jennifer Allen
6/10

On the other hand, I found some tracks in the soundtrack to be repetitive and lacking in originality. While the music serves its purpose in enhancing the action sequences, it doesn't leave a lasting impression or stand out as particularly memorable compared to other film scores in the same genre.

George Jones
8/10

The music seamlessly transitions between suspenseful moments and introspective scenes, enhancing the tension and emotional impact of the film.

Brian Moore
1/10

The overall production quality of the soundtrack was disappointing, with poorly mixed audio levels and jarring transitions between tracks. This detracted from the viewing experience, making it difficult to fully immerse myself in the world of the film.

David Moore
8/10

The use of traditional Irish music elements in the soundtrack adds a layer of authenticity and depth to the storytelling, enhancing the overall viewing experience.

Steven Perez
8/10

The use of subtle instrumentation in certain scenes enhances the mood and atmosphere, drawing viewers deeper into the world of the film.