• College Days (1925) Soundtrack OST •

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Harold Lloyd, der Sportstudent

Synopsis

College Days

Harold Lamb (Harold Lloyd), a bright-eyed but naïve young man, enrolls at Tate University. On the train there, he meets Peggy (Jobyna Ralston). They are attracted to each other.

Harold decides that the best way to ensure his popularity at school is to emulate his movie idol, The College Hero, down to mimicking a little jig he does before greeting anyone, and taking his nickname, "Speedy". However, the College Cad (Brooks Benedict) quickly makes him the butt of an ongoing joke, of which the freshman remains blissfully unaware. Harold thinks he is popular, when in fact he is the laughingstock of the whole school. His only real friend is Peggy, who turns out to be his landlady's daughter. She is described in one of the film's title cards as "the kind of girl your mother must have been".

One day, Harold tries out for the university football team. The coach (Pat Harmon) is unimpressed, but as Harold has damaged their only practice tackle dummy, the coach uses him in its place. At the end of practice, though, he approves of Harold's enthusiasm (undiminished after repeated tackling). The coach is about to dismiss the freshman when Chet Trask (James Anderson), the captain and star of the team, suggests making him their water boy, while letting him think he has made the squad.

Harold is persuaded to host the annual "Fall Frolic" dance. His tailor is late making his suit; with the dance well underway, it is barely being held together by basting stitches, but Harold puts it on and hopes for the best. During the party, his clothes start to fall apart, despite the efforts of the tailor (hiding in a side room) to effect repairs. When Harold sees the College Cad being too forward with Peggy, working as a hatcheck girl, Harold knocks him down. The incensed Cad then tells him just what everyone really thinks of him. Peggy advises him to stop putting on an act and be himself.

Harold is determined to prove himself by getting into the big championship football game. His chance comes when the other team proves too tough, injuring so many of Tate College's players that the coach runs out of substitutes. Hounded by Harold and warned by the referee that he will forfeit if he cannot come up with another player, the coach reluctantly lets Harold go in. The first few plays are disastrous. Finally, he breaks free and is on his way to winning the game, but, mindful of a referee's prior instruction that he is to stop playing when he hears the whistle, he drops the football just outside the end zone when a non-football whistle sounds. The other team recovers the ball with only a minute left to play. His teammates are disheartened, but Harold rouses them to make a final effort. He chases down the opposing ball carrier, knocks the football loose, scoops it up and runs it all the way back for the winning touchdown as time runs out, which at last earns him the respect and popularity he was after. To top it off, Peggy passes him a note proclaiming her love for him.

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Play	Title	Artist
	College Days
	Overture	Carl Davis: Performer
	Harold's Dream: Home	Carl Davis: Performer
	Harold's Dream: Fall Term	Carl Davis: Performer
	Harold's Dream: An Old Fashioned Girl	Carl Davis: Performer
	College: Arrival	Carl Davis: Performer
	College: Tate Auditorium	Carl Davis: Performer
	College: A Speech and a Kitten	Carl Davis: Performer
	College: Living Quarters	Carl Davis: Performer
	College: The Tatler Article	Carl Davis: Performer
	On the Field: Football Practice	Carl Davis: Performer
	On the Field: A Mad Dog and a Human Dummy	Carl Davis: Performer
	On the Field: Taken On!	Carl Davis: Performer
	The Dance: Fall Frolic!	Carl Davis: Performer
	The Dance: The Tailor	Carl Davis: Performer
	The Dance: In Full Swing	Carl Davis: Performer
	The Dance: Summoned by Bell	Carl Davis: Performer
	The Dance: Hip Flask	Carl Davis: Performer
	The Dance: Goodbye Trousers	Carl Davis: Performer
	The Dance: Crisis	Carl Davis: Performer
	The Game: The Day of Days	Carl Davis: Performer
	The Game: Exhortation!	Carl Davis: Performer
	The Game: Final Skirmish	Carl Davis: Performer
	The Game: Finale: The Freshman	Carl Davis: Performer

User reviews

Ashley Roberts

5/10

The soundtrack of College Days perfectly captures the youthful energy and enthusiasm of the main character, Harold, as he navigates his way through university life.

Charles Turner

8/10

The music during the football game scenes is particularly thrilling and helps build suspense and excitement.

Charles Adams

6/10

The music during the scenes where Harold meets Peggy on the train sets a charming and romantic tone, enhancing the budding relationship between the two characters.

Patricia Perez

6/10

The emotional depth conveyed through the music when Harold realizes the true meaning of friendship and authenticity is touching and heartwarming, creating a poignant moment in the film.

Daniel Nelson

8/10

The use of different musical styles and instruments adds depth and richness to the overall listening experience.

Emily Carter

10/10

The music sets the tone for Harold's journey from a naive freshman to a true hero, adding depth and emotion to his struggles and triumphs throughout the story.

Joshua Brown

7/10

The songs chosen for key scenes in the movie are catchy and memorable, enhancing the overall impact of those moments.

Joseph Mitchell

8/10

Overall, the soundtrack of College Days is a delightful and integral part of the film that elevates the viewing experience to a whole new level.

Lisa Hall

8/10

The soundtrack effectively conveys the emotional journey of the main character, Harold, from his initial naivety to his eventual triumph.

Betty Harris

5/10

The use of upbeat and lively music during Harold's attempts to become popular at school reflects his optimistic and determined personality, adding a sense of humor to his misadventures.

Betty Nelson

7/10

The romantic moments in the film are beautifully accompanied by the heartfelt melodies and gentle instrumentation in the soundtrack.

Nancy Gonzalez

6/10

The soundtrack effectively underscores the comedic moments in the movie, adding to the overall entertainment value of the story and keeping the audience engaged.

Patricia Carter

5/10

The soundtrack excels in building tension and excitement during the football game sequence, enhancing the audience's emotional investment in Harold's journey to prove himself on the field.

Ronald Moore

5/10

Overall, the soundtrack of College Days is a vital component of the film's success, enhancing the narrative, character development, and emotional impact of the story in a truly memorable way.

Jennifer Adams

10/10

The memorable tunes stay with you long after the movie ends, making you want to relive Harold's adventures on Tate University's campus over and over again.

Timothy Williams

6/10

The incorporation of period-appropriate music in College Days helps transport the viewer to the 1920s setting, immersing them in the world of the film and enhancing the authenticity of the storytelling.