Absence of Malice Soundtrack (

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Rating: 6.90/10 from 15000 votes
Tags: reference to the john f. kennedy assassination
Alternate Names:
Title in Español:

Ausencia de malicia
Title in Italiano:

Diritto di cronaca
Title in Português:

A Calúnia

Synopsis

Mike Gallagher is a Miami liquor wholesaler whose deceased father was a local mobster. The FBI organized crime task force have no evidence that he's involved with the mob but decide to pressure him into perhaps revealing something - anything - about a murder they're sure was a mob hit.

They let Megan Carter, a naive but well-meaning journalist, know he is being investigated and Gallagher's name is soon all over the newspaper. Gallagher has an iron-clad alibi for when the murder occurred but won't reveal it to protect his fragile friend Teresa.

When Carter publishes her story, tragedy ensues. Needing to make amends, Carter tells Gallagher the source of the first story about him and he sets out to teach the FBI and the Federal Attorney a lesson.

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Play Title Artist
Absence of Malice
Main Title
Dave Grusin: Performer
Ai No Cholera
Dave Grusin: Performer
Meg To Boat
Dave Grusin: Performer
Boat Ride
Dave Grusin: Performer
Morning Dissolve
Dave Grusin: Performer
Cariso
Dave Grusin: Performer
Piano and Pasta
Dave Grusin: Performer
Hoods Follow Mike
Dave Grusin: Performer
Intersection
Dave Grusin: Performer
Calliope Polka
Dave Grusin: Performer
Chassidic Calliope
Dave Grusin: Performer
Theresa Leaves
Dave Grusin: Performer
Presses Rolling / Theresa At Dawn
Dave Grusin: Performer
Funeral
Dave Grusin: Performer
Caper Olson's
Dave Grusin: Performer
Deal With Quinn
Dave Grusin: Performer
Love Theme
Dave Grusin: Performer
Our Boy Is Getting Nervous
Dave Grusin: Performer
Zoom On Truck
Dave Grusin: Performer
Photos
Dave Grusin: Performer
Meg Alone
Dave Grusin: Performer
Readers
Dave Grusin: Performer
End Credits
Dave Grusin: Performer
Disc Time:
Dave Grusin: Performer
Something Funny Goin' On (Main Title) (Mono)
Dave Grusin: Performer
Life At Court/Go See Grandpa (Mono)
Dave Grusin: Performer
Exercise Class (Mono)
Dave Grusin: Performer
Ballad For God (Mono)
Dave Grusin: Performer
Jay's Out (Mono)
Dave Grusin: Performer
Helicopter 1 & 2 (Mono)
Dave Grusin: Performer
Client Visit (Mono)
Dave Grusin: Performer
Thanksgiving (Mono)
Dave Grusin: Performer
Thanksgiving Sunk (Mono)
Dave Grusin: Performer
Perfect Couple (Mono)
Dave Grusin: Performer
Plate Finish/Frustration (Mono)
Dave Grusin: Performer
Hostage Visit (Mono)
Dave Grusin: Performer
Crying Jag (Mono)
Dave Grusin: Performer
Defend or Get Out/Grandpa (Mono)
Dave Grusin: Performer
Something Funny Goin' On (Main Title)
Dave Grusin: Performer
Life At Court
Dave Grusin: Performer
Go See Grandpa
Dave Grusin: Performer
Ballad for God
Dave Grusin: Performer
Jay's Out
Dave Grusin: Performer
Client Visit
Dave Grusin: Performer
Thanksgiving
Dave Grusin: Performer
Plate Finish/Frustration
Dave Grusin: Performer
Hostage Visit
Dave Grusin: Performer
Crying Jag
Dave Grusin: Performer
Defend or Get Out
Dave Grusin: Performer
M12
Dave Grusin: Performer
M51
Dave Grusin: Performer
M52
Dave Grusin: Performer
M81
Dave Grusin: Performer
M95
Dave Grusin: Performer
MURDER BY DEATH: Suite: Main Title/House of Twain/Sand and Wang
Dave Grusin: Performer
Suite: M. Perrier/Mushroom Idiot/Sam and Tess
Dave Grusin: Performer
Broken Bridge
Dave Grusin: Performer
Strange Weather
Dave Grusin: Performer
Angry Cat and Cozy Fire
Dave Grusin: Performer
I'll Park the Car/Cobwebs
Dave Grusin: Performer
Yetta
Dave Grusin: Performer
Suite: Trust and Change/No Kissing/Hands of Time/Wang is Wrong
Dave Grusin: Performer
Suite: Jessica Marbles/Death Mask/Toast to Lionel
Dave Grusin: Performer
Gather at Table
Dave Grusin: Performer
Swords and Beans
Dave Grusin: Performer
Lockin' It Up/Twain Tango
Dave Grusin: Performer
Mirrors
Dave Grusin: Performer
Butler's Demise
Dave Grusin: Performer
Suite: Holy Merde/Empty Room/Gun Shots/Re-Entry
Dave Grusin: Performer
Suite: Almost Midnight/12 Chimes/Knife in Twain's Back
Dave Grusin: Performer
Suite: Mannequin/Dirty Work/Jilted/Fathered/Wang's Father/Gay Bar/Goodnight
Dave Grusin: Performer
Suite: Deadly Steam/Scorpio/Gas Works/Think I'm Gonna Cry
Dave Grusin: Performer
Getting Taller/Cross Off Snake
Dave Grusin: Performer
Suite: Irving Goldman/Marvin Metzner/Poodle Session/Not Born with Beauty/Sam Enters
Dave Grusin: Performer
Numero Uno/Openin' Up/Gwine Home
Dave Grusin: Performer
End Title
Dave Grusin: Performer
THE PURSUIT OF HAPPINESS: Let Me Go (Main Title/End Title) (Randy Newman)
Dave Grusin: Performer
Dropping Out (Let Me Go) (Randy Newman)
Dave Grusin: Performer
Fathers Son
Dave Grusin: Performer
Why Go Back
Dave Grusin: Performer
Prison Yard Blues
Dave Grusin: Performer
Let Me Go/I'm Flippin/Let Me Go (Medley)
Dave Grusin: Performer
First Leg
Dave Grusin: Performer
Second Leg
Dave Grusin: Performer
Chaccone-Baroque/Third Leg
Dave Grusin: Performer
Second Thoughts
Dave Grusin: Performer
Caper Olson's
Dave Grusin: Performer
Something Funny Goin' On (Main Title) (Mono)
Dave Grusin: Performer
Jay's Out (Mono)
Dave Grusin: Performer
Something Funny Goin' On (Main Title)
Dave Grusin: Performer
Jay's Out
Dave Grusin: Performer
I'll Park the Car/Cobwebs
Dave Grusin: Performer
Lockin' It Up/Twain Tango
Dave Grusin: Performer
Butler's Demise
Dave Grusin: Performer
Suite: Almost Midnight/12 Chimes/Knife in Twain's Back
Dave Grusin: Performer
Suite: Mannequin/Dirty Work/Jilted/Fathered/Wang's Father/Gay Bar/Goodnight
Dave Grusin: Performer
Suite: Deadly Steam/Scorpio/Gas Works/Think I'm Gonna Cry
Dave Grusin: Performer
Numero Uno/Openin' Up/Gwine Home
Dave Grusin: Performer
Let Me Go/I'm Flippin/Let Me Go (Medley)
Dave Grusin: Performer

User reviews

Mark Scott
4/10

The soundtrack of Absence of Malice felt generic and uninspired, lacking any memorable melodies or themes to enhance the emotional impact of the story.

Michelle Jones
7/10

Overall, the soundtrack of Absence of Malice is a standout element that enhances the overall quality of the film.

Ashley Walker
9/10

The use of instrumental music in key moments of the movie adds depth and emotion to the storytelling, creating a powerful connection with the audience.

Kenneth King
2/10

The music choices often felt disconnected from the tone of the scenes, failing to effectively create tension or build suspense during crucial moments in the plot.

Michelle Smith
8/10

The soundtrack's composition and arrangement showcase a high level of artistry and craftsmanship.

Lisa Gonzalez
5/10

The musical score of Absence of Malice effectively underscores key moments of tension and conflict, heightening the impact of pivotal scenes. The dynamic use of tempo and dynamics keeps the audience engaged and invested in the unfolding drama.

Timothy Martin
7/10

The soundtrack effectively conveys the inner turmoil and conflicting emotions of the characters.

Dorothy Jones
9/10

The composition of the soundtrack showcases a brilliant mix of different musical elements that complement the various scenes and characters, showcasing the talent and creativity of the musical team behind the film.

Nancy Perez
6/10

The music in Absence of Malice skillfully complements the emotional depth of the characters and their complex relationships. The melancholic melodies and poignant themes resonate with the struggles and dilemmas faced by the protagonists.

Paul Garcia
8/10

The memorable themes and motifs in the soundtrack stay with you long after watching the film.

Charles Turner
5/10

The soundtrack of Absence of Malice showcases a blend of traditional and contemporary musical elements that create a unique and engaging listening experience. The variety of instruments and musical styles add depth and richness to the overall sound of the film.

Thomas Anderson
8/10

The use of instrumental music in key moments enhances the emotions and tension of the story.

Thomas Thompson
8/10

The music seamlessly blends with the scenes, creating a cohesive and immersive cinematic experience.

Nancy Scott
7/10

The choice of music in pivotal scenes elevates the impact and significance of the narrative twists.

Mary Turner
7/10

The soundtrack of Absence of Malice perfectly captures the suspenseful and mysterious atmosphere of the film.

Emily Scott
9/10

The soundtrack of Absence of Malice perfectly captures the tension and suspense of the film's plot, enhancing the overall viewing experience.

Charles Roberts
8/10

The soundtrack adds depth and complexity to the character development, enhancing the audience's connection with the story.

Patricia Wright
5/10

The soundtrack of Absence of Malice effectively captures the tense and suspenseful atmosphere of the film. The use of orchestral arrangements and subtle percussion enhances the drama and mystery of the story.