• Atama-yama (2002) Soundtrack OST •

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Rating: 6.90/10 from 1600 votes

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Synopsis

Accompanied by a shamisen, a masterful storyteller verses his lyric and sad rakugo (a traditional form of Japanese verbal entertainment) of a stingy old man living in a squalid tiny apartment in Tokyo, who after scavenging a few cherries from the pavement, he eats them whole for fear of wasting the pits.

Before long, a minuscule cherry tree sprouts unexpectedly atop his bulging head, and when all efforts to get rid of it are proven futile, he allows it to grow into a magnificent tree where people gather for hanami under its cherry blossoms.

And then, when the hordes of men start being annoying, the desperate man takes a decision that will follow him for the rest of his life.

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Play	Title	Artist
	Atama-yama
	Shimmy Shimmy Ya	Mountain Head: Artist
	Horizons	Jesse Roper: Artist
	Hot Damn	Paul Cauthen: Artist
	Mind of My Own	7Horse: Artist
	The T	Geordie Kieffer: Artist
	We Stole Your Head	Mountain Head: Artist
	God at a Festival	Little Stranger: Artist Andy Frasco & the U.N.: Artist Damn Skippy: Artist
	Cool Whip	Jesse Roper: Artist
	Hometeam	Paul Cauthen: Artist
	Get You There	7Horse: Artist
	Shade	Mountain Head: Artist
	Get My Lawyer	Geordie Kieffer: Artist
	Fly Guy (with The Movement)	The Movement: Artist Little Stranger: Artist
	Suntan Woman	Jesse Roper: Artist
	57Chevy	Stop Light Observations: Artist
	Gaslight	Mountain Head: Artist
	Let the 7Horse Run	7Horse: Artist
	Holy Ghost Fire - Electrophunck Remix	Paul Cauthen: Artist Electrophunck: Artist
	The Car Song	Geordie Kieffer: Artist
	Little Gold Nugget	Jesse Roper: Artist
	Tijuana	Mountain Head: Artist
	I Can Hear You (Calling on Me)	David Shaw: Artist
	Trader Joes	niko+: Artist Street Jobs: Artist
	All I Can Think About	Stop Light Observations: Artist
	Bad Boy	Geordie Kieffer: Artist
	Monster	Mountain Head: Artist
	Trash Can	Jesse Roper: Artist
	Alone	Dirtwire: Artist Moontricks: Artist
	Feed the Dogs	Prof: Artist
	Cocaine Country Dancing - Electrophunck Remix	Paul Cauthen: Artist Electrophunck: Artist
	Internet	Mountain Head: Artist
	Drug	Geordie Kieffer: Artist
	Throw This Rope	Jesse Roper: Artist
	13bullets (pt. 1)	Stop Light Observations: Artist
	Veins	Whale and the Wolf: Artist
	Let It Out	Mountain Head: Artist
	Kama Sumatra	Little Stranger: Artist
	Sex Cowboy	Geordie Kieffer: Artist
	Body Language	Jesse Roper: Artist
	ozymandias	Stop Light Observations: Artist
	Jest	Mountain Head: Artist
	That Woman	little hurricane: Artist
	Can't Help Myself	Carli Oso: Artist
	Fuck It!	Geordie Kieffer: Artist
	Cherry	Jesse Roper: Artist
	It's What It Takes	Mountain Head: Artist
	Good Goodbye	Stop Light Observations: Artist
	Bad Business	little hurricane: Artist
	We Bad, We Know	ZOI: Artist Byfox: Artist
	Seafood Sushi BBQ	Geordie Kieffer: Artist

User reviews

Donald Green

6/10

The music effectively conveys the passage of time and the changing seasons, underscoring the cyclical nature of life and growth depicted in the film.

Richard Miller

2/10

Overall, the soundtrack of Atama-yama falls short in delivering a memorable and engaging musical experience that could have elevated the storytelling to a higher level.

Andrew Martinez

7/10

The progression of the music mirrors the evolving narrative of the story, creating a cohesive and engaging musical journey for the audience.

Timothy Gonzalez

6/10

The music beautifully complements the transformation of the stingy old man's character, reflecting his journey from loneliness and greed to selflessness and connection with others.

Lisa Green

6/10

Overall, the emotive and evocative nature of the soundtrack elevates Atama-yama to a poignant and memorable cinematic experience, leaving a lasting impression on the audience.

Donald Phillips

5/10

The use of traditional Japanese music in the soundtrack creates a sense of authenticity and cultural richness, enhancing the overall viewing experience.

Betty Gonzalez

9/10

The haunting melodies of the shamisen in Atama-yama perfectly capture the melancholic and reflective mood of the story. Each pluck of the strings adds depth and emotion to the scenes, enhancing the storytelling experience.

Robert Hall

7/10

The haunting melodies of the shamisen beautifully complement the emotional depth of the rakugo storytelling.

Mary Lewis

5/10

The contrast between the initial somber tones and the later uplifting melodies mirrors the character development and thematic progression of the story.

Dorothy Roberts

2/10

The use of the shamisen as the main instrument becomes monotonous after a while, making the listening experience dull and uninspiring. It fails to create a strong connection between the audience and the characters on screen.

Thomas Scott

6/10

The intricate compositions in the soundtrack help to establish the setting of a squalid Tokyo apartment, immersing the audience in the protagonist's world.

Michelle Carter

8/10

The intricate composition of the soundtrack captures the transformation of the protagonist's life journey in a truly immersive way.

David Rodriguez

7/10

The use of traditional Japanese instruments adds an authentic cultural richness to the overall listening experience.

Amanda Johnson

2/10

The soundtrack of Atama-yama fails to capture the emotional depth and complexity of the storyline. The music feels repetitive and lacks the ability to enhance the dramatic moments throughout the film.

Andrew Robinson

9/10

The traditional Japanese elements woven into the soundtrack transport the listener to the squalid apartment in Tokyo, where the stingy old man's journey unfolds. The music beautifully complements the themes of growth, transformation, and the passage of time, creating a truly immersive experience for the audience.

Brian Wright

9/10

The crescendo of the score as the cherry tree blossoms atop the old man's head is both powerful and poignant, symbolizing hope, beauty, and the interconnectedness of all living things. The music lingers long after the film ends, leaving a lasting impression of the man's fateful decision and its consequences.