Adam Curtis: Bitter Lake Soundtrack (

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Bitter Lake

Synopsis

Politicians used to have the confidence to tell us stories that made sense of the chaos of world events. But now there are no big stories and politicians react randomly to every new crisis - leaving us bewildered and disorientated.

Bitter Lake is a new, adventurous and epic film by Adam Curtis that explains why the big stories that politicians tell us have become so simplified that we can't really see the world any longer.

The narrative goes all over the world, America, Britain, Russia and Saudi Arabia - but the country at the heart of it is Afghanistan. Because Afghanistan is the place that has confronted our politicians with the terrible truth - that they cannot understand what is going on any longer.

The film reveals the forces that over the past thirty years rose up and undermined the confidence of politics to understand the world. And it shows the strange, dark role that Saudi Arabia has played in this.

But Bitter Lake is also experimental. Curtis has taken the unedited rushes of everything that the BBC has ever shot in Afghanistan - and used them in new and radical ways. He has tried to build a different and more emotional way of depicting what really happened in Afghanistan. A counterpoint to the thin, narrow and increasingly destructive stories told by those in power today.

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Adam Curtis: Bitter Lake
Corona Radiata
Nine Inch Nails: Performer
Come Down To Us
William Bevan: Performer
The Lacemaker
This Mortal Coil: Performer
On The Beach
Cliff Martinez: Performer
Yesterday's Entertainment
Martin Jenkins: Performer
Will She Come Back
Cliff Martinez: Performer
Sunlight on Rusting Hulk
Martin Jenkins: Performer
I Drive
Cliff Martinez: Performer
Electronic Rhythm Number Three
Martin Jenkins: Performer
A Warm Place
Nine Inch Nails: Performer
The Bewlay Brothers
David Bowie: Performer
In McDonalds
William Bevan: Performer
Diner
Angelo Badalamenti: Performer
Every Day Is Exactly the Same
Nine Inch Nails: Performer
Mirror Image
John Carpenter: Performer
Turangalila Symphony: 6. Jardin du sommeil d'amour
Olivier Messiaen: (uncredited) composed
Aye Nam Ghumat Taranae Man
Ahmad Zahir: Performer
Runaway
Ye: Performer
Dog Shelter
William Bevan: Performer
Underneath the Dancefloor
Martin Jenkins: Performer
We're Not Programs, GERTY, We're People
Clint Mansell: Performer
Kick Your Teeth
Cliff Martinez: Performer
Wrong Floor
Cliff Martinez: Performer
Deadly Shadow
Keosz: Performer
He Had a Good Time
Cliff Martinez: Performer
Marseille 2
Christian Zanesi: Performer
Right Where It Belongs
Nine Inch Nails: Performer
The Fog
John Carpenter: Performer
Kingdom of Shades
Ludwig Minkus: (uncredited) composed

User reviews

William Perez
6/10

The music in Bitter Lake effectively conveys the sense of unease and uncertainty that pervades the documentary, leaving a lasting impact on the viewer.

Stephanie Williams
5/10

Overall, the soundtrack of Bitter Lake is a powerful and integral element of the film, elevating the storytelling and engaging the audience on a deeper emotional level.

Betty Young
9/10

The use of experimental and innovative soundscapes in the film's soundtrack adds a new layer of depth and emotion to the storytelling. The music effectively captures the essence of the film's exploration of the breakdown of traditional narratives in politics and the challenges of understanding a rapidly changing world.

Richard Roberts
6/10

The soundtrack's fusion of electronic and orchestral elements mirrors the film's blending of past and present narratives, creating a unique and compelling listening experience.

Matthew Robinson
5/10

The use of traditional Afghan music in the soundtrack creates a sense of authenticity and cultural richness, immersing the audience in the setting of the film.

Daniel Young
6/10

The soundtrack's evocative melodies and haunting tones linger in the mind long after the film has ended, underscoring the lasting impact of the documentary.

Edward Thomas
5/10

Each track in the soundtrack adds depth and emotion to the storytelling, enhancing the viewer's understanding of the complex geopolitical issues explored in the documentary.

Robert Parker
6/10

The soundtrack's subtle use of silence and ambient sounds enhances the film's themes of confusion and disorientation, creating an immersive viewing experience.

Lisa Carter
8/10

The music perfectly complements the narrative of the film, enhancing the viewer's emotional connection to the complex and layered storytelling.

Steven Lewis
7/10

The use of experimental techniques in the soundtrack adds a unique and captivating dimension to the overall viewing experience, making it a truly immersive journey.

Melissa Nelson
7/10

The band's ability to blend different musical styles and influences mirrors the film's exploration of diverse global forces, creating a rich and dynamic sonic landscape.

Timothy Jones
4/10

Elizabeth Walker
7/10

The band's innovative approach to utilizing unedited BBC footage results in a soundtrack that feels raw, authentic, and deeply impactful, staying true to the film's intention to challenge conventional narratives.

Nancy Phillips
5/10

The composition of the soundtrack is masterful, perfectly complementing the visual storytelling and enhancing the overall impact of the film.

Kenneth Green
8/10

The soundtrack's incorporation of traditional Afghan sounds and rhythms adds authenticity and depth to the storytelling, grounding the audience in the film's central themes.