Atlantic City, USA Soundtrack (

Atlantic City, USA Soundtrack (1980) cover

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Rating: 7.30/10 from 18000 votes
Alternate Names:
Title in Español:

Atlantic City
Title in Italiano:

Atlantic City
Title in Português:

Atlantic City, U.S.A.

Synopsis

Atlantic City is a place where people go to realize their dreams, the promise of the future manifested by the demolition of the old crumbling buildings to be replaced by new hotels and casinos. Someone who recently came to Atlantic City for that promise is native Moose Javian (Saskatchewan) Sally Matthews, who currently works as a waitress at a hotel oyster bar, but who is training to be a black jack croupier and wants to be more cultured, such as learning French, in order to work at the casinos in Monte Carlo.

Another dreamer who came to Atlantic City decades ago is Lou Pascal, who has long worked as a numbers runner and who claims to have been a cellmate and thus implied confidante of Bugsy Siegel. Although Lou still dresses to the standard to which he is accustomed, his dream long died as he only works penny ante stuff for Fred, most of his current income from being the kept man of widowed recluse, Grace Pinza.

Grace too came to Atlantic City to fulfill her dreams - most specifically to participate in a Betty Grable lookalike contest - and ended up staying, marrying a player named Cookie Pinza. Sally, Lou and Grace all live in the same soon to be demolished apartment building - Sally and Lou who are next door neighbors - although Sally knows neither of her neighbors. Lou, however, secretly spies Sally through their respective apartment windows as she goes through a daily ritual.

The dreams of this collective are potentially affected - largely dashed or reawakened - with the arrival into Atlantic City of Dave Matthews, Sally's estranged, deadbeat husband, and his very pregnant new ageist girlfriend Chrissie, who happens to be Sally's younger sister. It is the unknown to Sally that Dave and Chrissie bring with them that affects those dreams, namely a large cache of cocaine stolen from criminal sources.

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Atlantic City, USA
Atlantic City, My Old Friend
Paul Anka: Performer
Casta diva
Vincenzo Bellini: Performer
Felice Romani: Libretto
Song of India
On the Boardwalk of Atlantic City
La Marseillaise
Flat Foot Floogie

User reviews

James Gonzalez
5/10

The musical choices in Atlantic City, USA help build a sense of place, transporting the audience to the bustling yet decaying world of the city in the 1980s.

Steven Martinez
6/10

The haunting melodies and melancholic tones of the music resonate with the themes of loss, regret, and redemption that run through the film's narrative.

Laura Thomas
6/10

The soundtrack enhances the tension and drama of the plot, creating a sense of unease and uncertainty as the characters' fates intertwine.

Emily Clark
6/10

Overall, the soundtrack of Atlantic City, USA is a standout aspect of the film, enhancing the emotional impact of the story and immersing the audience in the characters' complex inner worlds.

William Turner
7/10

Overall, the soundtrack of Atlantic City, USA is a powerful and evocative companion to the film, enhancing the emotional impact of the characters' journeys and adding layers of depth to their individual stories. It truly elevates the viewing experience and leaves a lasting impression on the audience.

Carol Evans
6/10

The soundtrack features a diverse range of musical styles, from jazz to pop, which mirrors the eclectic nature of the characters and their interconnected lives.

Jennifer Nelson
5/10

The songs selected for key moments in the film evoke a sense of longing and yearning, reflecting the characters' desires for a better future in Atlantic City.

Elizabeth Clark
4/10

The choice of musical pieces in the soundtrack lacks cohesion and fails to create a cohesive atmosphere for the film. Instead of enhancing the narrative, the music often feels jarring and out of place, disrupting the flow of the storytelling.

Sarah Brown
1/10

The soundtrack of Atlantic City, USA misses the opportunity to enhance the setting of the film, failing to evoke the unique charm and atmosphere of the city itself. The music feels generic and uninspired, missing the chance to transport the audience to the vibrant world of Atlantic City and its colorful characters.

Carol Garcia
10/10

The soundtrack of Atlantic City, USA beautifully captures the essence of dreams and aspirations intertwined with the harsh realities of life. The music effortlessly conveys the nostalgia, hope, and longing of characters like Sally, Lou, and Grace as they navigate their desires and disappointments in the backdrop of a changing cityscape.

Michelle Wright
8/10

The soundtrack of Atlantic City, USA beautifully captures the essence of dreams and aspirations in a city filled with hope and potential. The music perfectly complements the story of characters like Sally, Lou, and Grace, each with their own dreams and struggles, adding depth and emotion to their journeys.

Patricia King
10/10

The emotive melodies and evocative compositions of the soundtrack create a poignant backdrop for the characters' journeys, adding depth and emotional resonance to their intertwined stories. Each note seems to mirror the complexities of their relationships, the weight of their pasts, and the uncertain futures they face, making the music a powerful storytelling device that elevates the narrative to a whole new level of emotional depth and connection.

Patricia Jones
6/10

The music in the film effectively conveys the individual struggles and dreams of characters like Moose Javian, Sally Matthews, Lou Pascal, and Grace Pinza, adding depth to their stories.

Anthony Harris
6/10

The soundtrack of Atlantic City, USA perfectly captures the nostalgic and dreamy atmosphere of the city, blending elements of hope and despair in a unique way.

Laura Miller
6/10

The use of music to highlight the contrasts between the characters' aspirations and the harsh reality of their lives is masterfully done, adding layers of emotion to the storytelling.

Kimberly Adams
7/10

The haunting melodies and uplifting tunes evoke a sense of nostalgia and longing, reflecting the characters' desires for a better life and a brighter future. The music helps to convey the complexity of their relationships and the challenges they face, creating a rich and immersive listening experience that enhances the storytelling.

Robert Gonzalez
4/10

The soundtrack of Atlantic City, USA fails to capture the essence of the characters' dreams and struggles in a meaningful way. The music feels disconnected from the emotional depth of the story, leaving a sense of detachment rather than resonance with the audience.