Brokedown Palace Soundtrack (

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Rating: 6.50/10 from 24000 votes
Tags: innocence
Alternate Names:
Title in Español:

Sueños rotos

Title in Italiano:

Bangkok, senza ritorno

Title in Português:

Armadilha em Bangcoque

Title in Français:

Bangkok aller simple

Synopsis

Alice Marano and Darlene Davis have been best friends since they were children despite their differences: Alice, from a working class family, is the one always living slightly on the edge, willing to take chances which often gets her into trouble, while Darlene, from an upper middle class family, is more straight-laced and naive.

In the summer following graduation from their Midwestern high school, they want to do something big before Darlene heads off to college. Instead of a trip to safe but expensive Hawaii, Alice talks Darlene into an inexpensive eleven day trip to Thailand, the change in venue about which Darlene will not tell her parents.

In wanting to experience Thailand beyond their budget, they end up trusting the wrong person which results in them getting arrested and charged with drug smuggling in Thailand. Under the corrupt system and in not knowing the language, they end up being convicted and sentenced to thirty-three years apiece in prison, where the conditions are harsh.

They and Mr. Davis receive little help from the officials at the US Embassy, Roy Knox who likes to take the path of least resistance, which in the girls' case means not rocking the boat with the Thai authorities. Taking the advice from some of the other non-Thai inmates, they decide to reach out to and hire Henry Greene - "Hank the Yank" - an American expat lawyer, and his Thai lawyer wife, Yon Greene.

Beyond his sleazy ambulance chasing exterior, Hank, who with Yon knows the system, really has the girls' best interest at heart as he tries to get them out of prison and back to the States. What could further affect what happens to the girls is if one of them is truly guilty of knowingly smuggling the drugs, or at least somewhat culpable about the drug matter.

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Brokedown Palace
Silence
Delerium: Performer
Bill Leeb: Writer
Policeman Skank (The Story of My Life)
Audioweb: Performer
Party's Just Begun
Nelly Furtado: Performer
Nelly Furtado: Writer
Nelly Furtado: Producer
Waltz #7 Opus 64 #2
Rock the Casbah
Topper Headon: Writer
Solar Twins: Performer
Even When I'm Sleeping
Justin Stanley: Produced
Leonardo's Bride: Performer
Paul Mac: Remixer
Leave It Alone (Thai Version)
David Usher: Writer
Moist: Performer
Contradictive
Tricky: Performer
Kickboxing Music
Hummie Mann: Performer
Naxalite
Damaged
Tiffany Arbuckle: Performer
Thad Beaty: Writer
Deliver Me
Sarah Brightman: Performer
Jon Marsh: Writer
Bangkok (Thai Version)
Paul Robb: Writer
Clif Norrell: Mixed
The Wind
Jerry Goldsmith: Contains portions of planet of the apes (1968) composed
PJ Harvey: Writer
PJ Harvey: Performer
Party's Just Begun
Nelly Furtado: Performer
Sunflower
Nelly Furtado: Performer
Even When I'm Sleeping
Leonardo's Bride: Performer
BROKEDOWN PALACE (DIRECTOR'S CUT): Main Title / Alice's Cassette
Hummie Mann: Performer
Car Surfing
Hummie Mann: Performer
Arrival in Bangkok / Bird Release
Hummie Mann: Performer
Strip Club
Hummie Mann: Performer
Bracelet / Arrest
Hummie Mann: Performer
King's Anthem
Hummie Mann: Performer
Darlene Returns from Infirmary
Hummie Mann: Performer
Escape Attempt
Hummie Mann: Performer
Alice's Phone Call To Dad / Not Together
Hummie Mann: Performer
Arrival at the Palace / Signing the Confession / Alice Confesses to Crime
Hummie Mann: Performer
Darlene Says Goodbye / Leaves
Hummie Mann: Performer
THE SECOND CIVIL WAR: Main Titles / Opening Cards / Newsroom Frenzy
Hummie Mann: Performer
Governor Spots Christina in Crowd / “Christina, He Wants to Marry You” / Infra-Red Analysis / We're Going to Invade Idah
Hummie Mann: Performer
The Idaho National Guard Tank Battalion / The Militia Members Talk to The Media / Christina Translates the Speech
Hummie Mann: Performer
Moving The Orphans Into The War Zone / Meet Sargent Buford
Hummie Mann: Performer
Governor Watches Alamo Destruction on TV / Political Pundits Argue / Joe's Story
Hummie Mann: Performer
Governor Watches Christina / She's Pregnant
Hummie Mann: Performer
Enough Is Enough / The Governor on the Ledge / The Epiphany
Hummie Mann: Performer
Orphan Kids Are Moved Out / The Shoulder Patch Clues / Solidarity / Trucks Arrive at The Idaho Border / Turn The Little
Hummie Mann: Performer
Rhode Island Declares Support / Destiny With Christina
Hummie Mann: Performer
Tempers Flare / First Officer Is Shot / The Firing Squad
Hummie Mann: Performer
Body Bags / Governor in Bed with Christina
Hummie Mann: Performer
Screw the Orphans / The Armies Battle / Blane Shot
Hummie Mann: Performer
End Credits
Hummie Mann: Performer
News Network Bumpers
Hummie Mann: Performer
Silence (Delerium, feat. Sarah McLachlan)
David Newman: Performer
Party's Just Begun (Nelly Furtado)
David Newman: Performer
Policeman Skank (Audioweb)
David Newman: Performer
Rock The Casbah (Solar Twins)
David Newman: Performer
Damaged (Plumb)
David Newman: Performer
Fingers (Joi)
David Newman: Performer
Contradictive (Tricky with DJ Muggs)
David Newman: Performer
Leave It Alone (Moist)
David Newman: Performer
Naxalite (Asian Dub Foundation)
David Newman: Performer
Even When I'm Sleeping (Leonardo's Bride)
David Newman: Performer
Bangkok (Brother Sun Sister Moon)
David Newman: Performer
The Wind (PJ Harvey)
David Newman: Performer
Deliver Me (Sarah Brightman)
David Newman: Performer
The Arrest / Darlene Goes Home (David Newman)
David Newman: Performer
The Arrest
David Newman: Performer
Your Friend is Pardoned
David Newman: Performer
"I Didn't Do It"
David Newman: Performer
Alice Is Beaten
David Newman: Performer
The Escape
David Newman: Performer
Alice's Story
David Newman: Performer
The Girls Go To Prison
David Newman: Performer
Darlene's Ear
David Newman: Performer
The Bracelet
David Newman: Performer
Beth Ann's Fantasy Man
David Newman: Performer
Friends In High Places
David Newman: Performer
Pool Boy
David Newman: Performer
In Their Cell
David Newman: Performer
Hank Meets The Girl
David Newman: Performer
Alice Meets Nick
David Newman: Performer
Hong Kong
David Newman: Performer
Arrival In Thailand
David Newman: Performer
Night In Prison
David Newman: Performer
"Thirty-Three Years"
David Newman: Performer
Alice's Conversation
David Newman: Performer
Pool Boy Testifies
David Newman: Performer
Alice & Darlene Argue
David Newman: Performer
Making Plans To Escape
David Newman: Performer
Blackmailing Jagrite
David Newman: Performer
"You Didn't Do It"
David Newman: Performer
"No Pardon"
David Newman: Performer
Governor Spots Christina in Crowd / “Christina, He Wants to Marry You” / Infra-Red Analysis / We're Going to Invade Idah
Hummie Mann: Performer
Orphan Kids Are Moved Out / The Shoulder Patch Clues / Solidarity / Trucks Arrive at The Idaho Border / Turn The Little
Hummie Mann: Performer

User reviews

Karen Brown
9/10

From the upbeat tunes symbolizing their friendship to the somber notes highlighting the harsh realities of their situation, the soundtrack of Brokedown Palace is a poignant and moving accompaniment to this gripping tale of friendship, betrayal, and redemption. It enhances the emotional impact of the film, leaving a lasting impression on the viewer long after the credits roll.

Deborah Lopez
6/10

Overall, the soundtrack of Brokedown Palace effectively enhances the storytelling and emotional impact of the film, offering a compelling auditory experience that resonates with the themes of friendship, betrayal, and resilience.

Robert Williams
2/10

Overall, the Brokedown Palace soundtrack falls short in creating a cohesive and impactful musical backdrop for the story. It misses the opportunity to elevate the storytelling and instead becomes a forgettable aspect of the film viewing experience.

Ronald Jackson
9/10

The soundtrack of Brokedown Palace perfectly captures the emotional journey of Alice and Darlene, from their carefree high school days to their harrowing experience in a Thai prison. Each track immerses you in the tension, fear, and hope that the girls face throughout the film.

Donna Nelson
5/10

The music during the arrest and trial scenes creates a sense of tension and desperation, reflecting the girls' feelings of fear and helplessness as they navigate through the corrupt legal system. The haunting melodies evoke a feeling of isolation and hopelessness, emphasizing the gravity of their situation and the challenges they face.

Joseph Gonzalez
7/10

The soundtrack of Brokedown Palace perfectly captures the emotional journey of the characters, from their carefree days in the beginning to the intense moments of their imprisonment. The music enhances the tension and drama of the story, making the viewer feel deeply connected to Alice and Darlene's struggles.

Paul Young
10/10

The music beautifully reflects the contrast between Alice's daring personality and Darlene's innocence, adding depth to their characters and the challenges they encounter. The haunting melodies and powerful lyrics evoke empathy for their plight, making the audience feel every twist and turn of their story.

Matthew Wilson
3/10

The Brokedown Palace soundtrack fails to capture the emotional depth and intensity of the story. The music feels generic and uninspired, lacking the ability to enhance the tension and drama of the plot.

Paul Campbell
3/10

The choice of songs in the soundtrack feels out of place and disconnected from the themes of friendship, betrayal, and survival portrayed in the film. The songs do not resonate with the characters' struggles and fail to evoke any genuine emotional response from the audience.

Charles Evans
7/10

The use of traditional Thai music in the soundtrack adds authenticity to the setting of the film and helps transport the audience to the foreign and unfamiliar world the characters find themselves in. It enriches the cultural backdrop of the story and creates a more immersive viewing experience, showcasing the beauty and complexity of Thailand's musical heritage.

George Nelson
6/10

On the other hand, the moments of camaraderie and friendship between Alice and Darlene are underscored by uplifting and melodic tracks that highlight the bond between the two friends. These moments of respite in the music provide a sense of warmth and connection amidst the bleak backdrop of the prison setting.

Jennifer Anderson
5/10

The soundtrack of Brokedown Palace effectively captures the emotional journey of Alice and Darlene, from their carefree innocence at the beginning of the film to the harsh reality of their imprisonment. The use of different musical motifs helps to convey the contrast between their Midwestern upbringing and the unfamiliar and dangerous world of Thailand.