Crimes of the Heart Soundtrack (

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Alternate Names:
Title in Español:

Crímenes del corazón

Title in Italiano:

Crimini del cuore

Title in Português:

Crimes do Coração

Synopsis

Crimes of the Heart

As children, the now-adult Magrath sisters moved to Hazelhurst, Mississippi to live with their grandparents after their father abandoned the family and their mother subsequently hanged herself in the basement, which made national headlines. Lenny, the eldest, still lives in the house taking care of ailing Granddaddy; next door their first cousin, stuck-up Chick Boyle, thinks the scandal of the suicide affected her the most, socially. A frumpy spinster with little experience with men, Lenny is the forgotten one.

Meg, the middle sister, is the narcissistic wild child who left for Hollywood to pursue a singing career, which is not going as well as she would like those at home to think. Growing up, she generally got what she wanted as the extroverted one and arguably because she was the one who found Momma in the basement. "Who" she wanted was Doc Porter, who now walks with a limp due to an incident with Meg, but would probably run back to her if she returned--despite being married.

Becky "Babe" Magrath, the youngest, married Zackery Botrelle at 18; now he's a lawyer and state senator but she is the overgrown-little-princess kind of wife. Despite Meg being the one who found Momma, Babe is the one who thinks about the why behind Momma's suicide the most. Meg is called back to Hazelhurst with the news that Babe has shot Zackery. He survived--he's in the hospital recovering from the stomach wound--and Babe doesn't deny shooting him; she claims she was actually aiming for his heart. But she refuses to tell anyone, including her young lawyer Barnett Lloyd, why she did it.

The dynamic among the very different but loving sisters plays into how they deal with Babe's situation and their own issues.

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Play Title Artist
Crimes of the Heart
Happy Birthday to You
Mildred J. Hill: Writer
Don't Fence Me In
Cole Porter: Writer
Willie Nelson: Performer
Fallen Angel Flying High
Dann Rogers: Performer
Jack Keller: Writer
Introduction
Georges Delerue: Performer
Crimes Of The Heart
Georges Delerue: Performer
Meg
Georges Delerue: Performer
Ice Cream
Georges Delerue: Performer
Doc Porter
Georges Delerue: Performer
Babe
Georges Delerue: Performer
Night To Day
Georges Delerue: Performer
Broom Chase
Georges Delerue: Performer
Lonely Hearts Club
Georges Delerue: Performer
Meg And Babe
Georges Delerue: Performer
Study
Georges Delerue: Performer
Flirtation
Georges Delerue: Performer
Willy Jay
Georges Delerue: Performer
Toes
Georges Delerue: Performer
Bus Ride
Georges Delerue: Performer
Old Granddaddy
Georges Delerue: Performer
Sunset
Georges Delerue: Performer
Main Theme
Georges Delerue: Performer
Willy Jay Away
Georges Delerue: Performer
Dusk For Night
Georges Delerue: Performer
Crimes
Georges Delerue: Performer
End Title
Georges Delerue: Performer
Old Grandaddy
Georges Delerue: Performer
Rich and Famous Suite
Georges Delerue: Performer
Platoon Finale and End Title
Georges Delerue: Performer
Her Alibi End Title
Georges Delerue: Performer
Beaches Friendship
Georges Delerue: Performer
Exposed Suite
Georges Delerue: Performer
Biloxi Blues Main Title
Georges Delerue: Performer
Steel Magnolias Suite
Georges Delerue: Performer
Interlude Theme
Georges Delerue: Performer
The Escape Artist Suite
Georges Delerue: Performer
The Pick-up Artist Theme
Georges Delerue: Performer
Disc Time:
Georges Delerue: Performer
Something Wicked This Way Comes Suite
Georges Delerue: Performer
Hommage à François Truffaut
Georges Delerue: Performer
Maxie End Title
Georges Delerue: Performer
House on Carroll Street Theme
Georges Delerue: Performer
A Little Sex Suite
Georges Delerue: Performer
Maid to Order Theme
Georges Delerue: Performer
Man Woman and Child Theme
Georges Delerue: Performer
Memories of Me Suite
Georges Delerue: Performer
Crimes of the Heart Suite
Georges Delerue: Performer
Platoon - Theme
Georges Delerue: Performer
Rich and Famous - Suite
Georges Delerue: Performer
Her Alibi - End Title
Georges Delerue: Performer
Beaches - Friendship
Georges Delerue: Performer
Exposed - Suite
Georges Delerue: Performer
Biloxi Blues - Main Title
Georges Delerue: Performer
Steel Magnolias - Suite
Georges Delerue: Performer
Interlude - Theme
Georges Delerue: Performer
The Escape Artist - Suite
Georges Delerue: Performer
The Pick Up Artist - Theme
Georges Delerue: Performer
Man Woman And Child - Theme
Georges Delerue: Performer
Memories Of Me - Suite
Georges Delerue: Performer
Something Wicked This Way Comes - Suite
Georges Delerue: Performer
Homage A Francois Truffaut
Georges Delerue: Performer
Maxie - End Title
Georges Delerue: Performer
House on Carroll Street - Theme
Georges Delerue: Performer
A Little Sex - Suite
Georges Delerue: Performer
Maid To Order - Theme
Georges Delerue: Performer
Crimes of the Heart - Suite
Georges Delerue: Performer
Man Trouble - End Title
Georges Delerue: Performer
A Little Romance - Main Title
Georges Delerue: Performer
Rich In Love - Suite
Georges Delerue: Performer
Agnes of God - Suite
Georges Delerue: Performer
Black Robe - Suite
Georges Delerue: Performer
A Little Romance - Suite
Georges Delerue: Performer
Her Alibi - Between You And Me
Georges Delerue: Performer
Rich And Famous - Reprise
Georges Delerue: Performer

User reviews

David Harris
8/10

The haunting melodies and melancholic themes of the soundtrack linger in the mind long after watching the movie, creating a lasting impact on the audience.

Richard Brown
8/10

The soundtrack features a diverse range of musical styles and genres, adding depth and dimension to the film's atmosphere and mood.

Steven Jackson
6/10

The use of Southern-inspired melodies and instrumentation in the soundtrack adds an authentic touch to the setting of Hazelhurst, Mississippi. The music helps transport the listener to the Deep South and immerses them in the world of the Magrath sisters.

Elizabeth Williams
2/10

The musical choices in the soundtrack seemed generic and uninspired, lacking the Southern charm and haunting undertones that are essential to the setting and themes of the film.

Laura Robinson
10/10

The soundtrack of Crimes of the Heart beautifully captures the emotional depth and complexity of the story, enhancing the audience's connection to the struggles and relationships of the Magrath sisters. The music effectively sets the tone for each scene, from moments of heart-wrenching drama to lighthearted sisterly banter, creating a rich and immersive experience for the viewers.

Linda Harris
5/10

Overall, the soundtrack of Crimes of the Heart is a powerful and evocative element of the film that enhances the storytelling and emotional impact of the narrative.

Patricia Robinson
6/10

The emotional depth of the soundtrack mirrors the complexity of the characters and their inner struggles. The music conveys the mix of love, resentment, and longing that defines the relationships between the sisters and other characters in the story.

Richard Carter
10/10

The musical compositions in Crimes of the Heart skillfully mirror the inner turmoil and growth of each character, adding an extra layer of depth to the storytelling. The use of different instruments and melodies helps convey the individual personalities of Lenny, Meg, and Babe, as well as the evolving dynamics between them. The soundtrack not only complements the narrative but also elevates it, making the audience feel more connected and invested in the sisters' journey.

Elizabeth Turner
3/10

The composition and arrangements of the songs felt repetitive and predictable, failing to add any meaningful layers to the narrative and leaving the audience wanting for a more nuanced and evocative musical experience.

George White
8/10

The soundtrack of Crimes of the Heart perfectly captures the emotional depth and complexity of the story, enhancing the overall viewing experience.

Carol Perez
3/10

The soundtrack of Crimes of the Heart felt disconnected from the emotional depth of the story, failing to capture the complex relationships and inner struggles of the characters.

Dorothy Hill
7/10

The emotional resonance of the music in Crimes of the Heart is undeniable, evoking empathy and connection with the characters' struggles and triumphs.

Anthony King
8/10

The music sets the tone for each scene, effectively conveying the tension, drama, and heartache experienced by the characters throughout the film.

Kenneth Brown
6/10

The soundtrack of Crimes of the Heart perfectly captures the haunting and emotional atmosphere of the story. The music enhances the tension and drama of the sisters' complicated relationships and past traumas.

Michael Thompson
8/10

The musical composition seamlessly integrates with the narrative, enhancing the storytelling and character development in a subtle yet powerful way.