Avalon Soundtrack (

Avalon Soundtrack (1990) cover

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Rating: 7.20/10 from 6700 votes
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Alternate Names:
Title in Español:

Avalon
Title in Italiano:

Avalon
Title in Português:

Avalon

Synopsis

The Polish-Jewish Krichinsky family began to emigrate to the United States in the early twentieth century, settling in Avalon, an inner-city immigrant neighborhood of Baltimore, Maryland. Although they brought with them many of their traditions, including a strong family network punctuated by several generations of the same family living under one roof and important decisions about the extended family being made by consensus (by what they call the family circle), they were in search of the American dream.

By mid century, the second and third generations of the American side of the family began to search for their own ideals of the American dream, which included assimilation into American culture (as displayed by an Anglicization of their family name to either Kaye or Kirk), success and prosperity through owning a thriving business of one's own choosing (rather than going into the existing family business), owning a house in the suburbs with only one's own immediate family, and owning a television. Some of these goals are against the ideals of the older generation, which may cause some family friction, especially in the decision-making process at the family circle meetings.

Regardless, life within the Krichinsky/Kaye/Kirk family will go on.

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Avalon
Anniversary Song
Al Jolson: Performer
Iosif Ivanovici: Performer
Bésame Mucho (Kiss Me Much)
Broadway
Henri Woode: Writer
Dance Ballerina Dance
Bob Russell: Performer
Down on Pennsylvania Avenue
I Can't Get Started
If I Only Had a Match
I'll Dance at Your Wedding
It's a Big Wide Wonderful World
Racing with the Moon
Silver Bells
You Go to My Head
I Can't Get Started
Iosif Ivanovici: Performer
I'll Dance at Your Wedding
Ben Oakland: Performer
It's a Big Wide Wonderful World
Ben Oakland: Performer

User reviews

Deborah Gonzalez
2/10

The music in Avalon felt out of touch with the emotional depth of the story, failing to capture the complexity of the family dynamics and generational conflicts portrayed in the film. It lacked the nuance and subtlety needed to enhance the viewing experience.

David Moore
10/10

The soundtrack of Avalon perfectly captures the essence of immigrant life in America, blending traditional Polish-Jewish melodies with a sense of nostalgia and longing for the American dream.

Kenneth White
2/10

The music choices in Avalon felt disconnected from the setting and time period of the film, making it difficult to fully immerse oneself in the story. It failed to create a cohesive atmosphere that would have enriched the audience's understanding of the characters' experiences and challenges.

Susan Taylor
10/10

The music in Avalon not only enhances the storytelling but also serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of family, tradition, and the complexities of cultural identity in the face of change and modernization.

Laura Lopez
5/10

The use of traditional folk melodies in the soundtrack of Avalon adds a layer of authenticity to the story, showcasing the cultural richness and heritage of the characters.

Michelle Rodriguez
9/10

Each track in the soundtrack evokes a deep emotional connection to the struggles and triumphs of the Krichinsky/Kaye/Kirk family, beautifully mirroring their journey of assimilation and pursuit of prosperity in a new land.

Melissa Hill
6/10

The emotional depth of the music in Avalon enhances the storytelling, allowing the audience to empathize with the characters' struggles and triumphs as they navigate their way through changing times.

Andrew Wright
5/10

The soundtrack of Avalon beautifully captures the essence of the Polish-Jewish immigrant experience in early twentieth century America, evoking a sense of longing and nostalgia for a bygone era.

Kenneth White
3/10

The soundtrack of Avalon seemed repetitive and uninspired, with generic melodies that did little to evoke the time period or cultural background of the characters. It missed an opportunity to enhance the audience's connection to the characters and their struggles.

Paul Lee
5/10

The music in Avalon effectively conveys the generational tensions within the Krichinsky/Kaye/Kirk family, reflecting the clash between traditional values and the pursuit of the American dream.

John Evans
6/10

The score of Avalon skillfully weaves together a tapestry of emotions, from joy and celebration to heartbreak and loss, mirroring the complex dynamics of the Krichinsky/Kaye/Kirk family.

Ashley Hall
6/10

Overall, the soundtrack of Avalon serves as a powerful narrative tool, enhancing the film's themes of tradition, identity, and the pursuit of the American dream with its rich and evocative musical compositions.