Brother of Sleep Soundtrack (

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Rating: 7.00/10 from 1700 votes
Alternate Names:
Title in Español:

Hermano de sueño
Title in Italiano:

Brother of Sleep
Title in Português:

Brother of Sleep
Title in Français:

Frère sommeil
Title in Türk:

Brother of Sleep
Title in Deutsch:

Schlafes Bruder

Synopsis

In the beginning of the 19th century, Johannes Elias Alder is born in a small village in the Austrian mountains. While growing up he is considered strange by the other villagers and discovers his love of music, especially rebuilding and playing the organ at the village church. After experiencing an "acoustic wonder", his eye color changes and he can hear even the most subtle sounds. Elias falls in platonic love with Elsbeth, the sister of Peter, a neighbor's son, who has longstanding homosexual feelings towards Elias.

After Elsbeth, out of frustration from Elias not returning her love and instead being obsessed with music, chooses to be impregnated and marries someone else who lose love she had spurned for Elias. The village burns and most villagers, including Elsbeth, evacuate to the closest town. Elias remains behind. A music master with the official task to register all the organs in the country arrives at the burnt village. There he discovers Elias' prodigy and invites him to an organ challenge in the town where the villagers relocated.

Elias performs there and amazes the audience which includes Elsbeth. She is unable to meet with Elias before he is rushed to a waiting carriage. She calls to him and he hears her, but it is too late. Elias is taken on a brief tour by his mentors but soon returns to his spiritual site near the burnt village where he takes his own life (with Peter by his side), having decided to not sleep anymore. Elsbeth later returns there, a widow with a young daughter, hoping to find Elias but instead discovers his spiritual site has disappeared.

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Brother of Sleep
Komm O Tod, 'Du Schlafes Bruder'
Johann Sebastian Bach: From choral no. 56 "ich will den kreuzstab gerne tragen"

User reviews

Paul Martinez
8/10

The soundtrack of Brother of Sleep not only complemented the visual storytelling but also stood on its own as a captivating and emotive musical experience.

Mary Taylor
7/10

The soundtrack's seamless integration with the film's narrative helped to enhance key moments and build tension, creating a truly immersive viewing experience.

Kimberly Allen
7/10

The use of music to symbolize Elias' unrequited love for Elsbeth was both poignant and evocative, adding a bittersweet layer to their relationship.

Stephanie Nelson
10/10

The subtle sounds and musical motifs throughout the soundtrack mirror Elias' newfound ability to hear even the most delicate sounds, immersing the audience in his sensory experience and enhancing the overall storytelling.

George Thompson
5/10

The soundtrack of Brother of Sleep effectively captures the haunting and mystical atmosphere of the story. The use of traditional Austrian music elements combined with modern orchestration creates a unique and immersive listening experience that transports the audience to the 19th century setting.

Edward Martin
10/10

The use of organ music in the soundtrack is absolutely mesmerizing, adding a layer of depth and spirituality to the film that enhances the themes of love, obsession, and tragedy.

Deborah Jones
3/10

The soundtrack of Brother of Sleep felt disconnected from the emotional depth of the story, failing to capture the complexity of Elias' character and his inner turmoil.

Michael King
4/10

Overall, the soundtrack did not succeed in creating a cohesive and immersive experience, leaving me feeling underwhelmed and disconnected from the film's narrative.

Kimberly Allen
7/10

The subtle sounds and nuances in the soundtrack highlighted Elias' newfound ability to hear even the most delicate tones, creating a sense of intimacy and introspection.

Margaret Wright
5/10

The emotional depth of the music in Brother of Sleep is truly captivating. The way the soundtrack mirrors Elias' internal struggles and romantic entanglements through its melodies and motifs adds a layer of complexity to the storytelling. The music enhances the narrative, evoking a sense of melancholy and longing that lingers even after the film has ended.

Dorothy Martin
7/10

The melodies that accompanied Elias' moments of musical revelation were deeply moving and resonated with the audience on an emotional level.

Sarah Robinson
7/10

The organ compositions were particularly moving, reflecting Elias' deep connection to music and his spiritual journey throughout the movie.

Paul Adams
8/10

The use of orchestral elements in the music added depth and richness to the film, enhancing the atmosphere and bringing the 19th-century setting to life.

Linda Wilson
8/10

The soundtrack's ability to convey Elias' internal struggles and complex emotions through music was truly remarkable and added a layer of depth to the character development.

Mary Martinez
8/10

The hauntingly beautiful melodies of the Brother of Sleep soundtrack perfectly captured the emotional journey of Elias Alder, making the story even more immersive.

William King
10/10

The soundtrack of Brother of Sleep perfectly captures the haunting and melancholic atmosphere of the story, creating a deep emotional connection with the characters and their struggles.

Emily Garcia
3/10

The musical choices in the film seemed repetitive and uninspired, lacking the nuance and subtlety needed to enhance the dramatic moments and character development.