• Dead Souls (2012) Soundtrack OST •

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Rating: 4.50/10 from 2000 votes

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Synopsis

Dead Souls is a novel by Russian author Nikolai Gogol, first published in 1842. The story follows the protagonist, Pavel Ivanovich Chichikov, as he travels through the Russian countryside purchasing deceased serfs, or "dead souls," from landowners in order to acquire wealth and status.

Chichikov's scheme is to present these dead souls to the government as living serfs in order to obtain a loan against their value. As he navigates the corrupt and bureaucratic world of 19th-century Russia, Chichikov encounters a variety of characters, each with their own motivations and secrets.

The novel is a satirical commentary on the social and political climate of the time, highlighting the greed, corruption, and moral decay that permeated Russian society. Gogol's dark humor and vivid characterizations make Dead Souls a classic of Russian literature and a timeless exploration of human nature.

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	Dead Souls
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	The Last Pale Light In the West
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	Kettering
	Hurt
	Wicked Game
	Blowin' in the Wind
	Tomorrow Is a Long Time - Witmark Demo - 1962
	Ain't No Sunshine
	Grandma's Hands
	The Kid
	In Dreams
	Oats In The Water
	The Regulator
	The Regulator (Acoustic) - (Basket of Eggs)
	Simple Man
	Carry On Wayward Son
	Escape (The Pina Colada Song)
	Intentional Injury - From The HBO Series True Detective
	Terrible Tommy
	Dad's Gonna Kill Me
	Ain't No Grave
	Bohemian Rhapsody (feat. The White Buffalo, Billy Valentine & Franky Perez) - From Sons of Anarchy
	Highwayman
	The Matador
	All of This Could Have Been Yours
	John the Revelator
	God's Gonna Cut You Down
	Turn the Page
	The Spider and the Fly	Jonathan Bartz: Performer
	Prelude	Jonathan Bartz: Performer
	Frenetic Spirits	Jonathan Bartz: Performer
	The Estate	Jonathan Bartz: Performer
	Disturbances	Jonathan Bartz: Performer
	Escape	Jonathan Bartz: Performer
	Emma and Johnny	Jonathan Bartz: Performer
	Finding the Letter	Jonathan Bartz: Performer
	The Seance	Jonathan Bartz: Performer
	The Neighbors	Jonathan Bartz: Performer
	Raven	Jonathan Bartz: Performer
	Souls Rising	Jonathan Bartz: Performer
	Revelation	Jonathan Bartz: Performer
	Unearthing the Past	Jonathan Bartz: Performer
	Daniel Returns	Jonathan Bartz: Performer
	Back to the House	Jonathan Bartz: Performer
	Chaos Before the Storm	Jonathan Bartz: Performer
	The Fifth Nail	Jonathan Bartz: Performer
	The Final Sacrifice	Jonathan Bartz: Performer
	I Am Home: Finale	Jonathan Bartz: Performer

User reviews

Mark Brown

6/10

The haunting melodies in the Dead Souls soundtrack perfectly capture the dark and mysterious atmosphere of 19th-century Russia depicted in Gogol's novel.

Brian Mitchell

10/10

The orchestral arrangements in the soundtrack of Dead Souls are simply breathtaking. The use of traditional Russian instruments combined with modern composition techniques creates a rich and immersive auditory journey that complements the themes of greed and moral decay explored in the novel.

Jennifer Moore

6/10

The soundtrack effectively conveys the sense of foreboding and intrigue that permeates the novel, keeping the listener engaged and curious about what will unfold next in the story.

Patricia Brown

4/10

Overall, I was disappointed by the soundtrack of Dead Souls as it missed the opportunity to enhance the storytelling and failed to create a memorable and immersive musical experience that could complement the novel's rich themes and characterizations.

Michael Lewis

5/10

The music strikes a balance between melancholy and suspense, mirroring the complex themes of greed, corruption, and moral decay that Gogol explores in Dead Souls.

Ashley Clark

5/10

The composition of the soundtrack showcases a deep understanding of the characters and their motivations, enhancing the emotional depth and complexity of the narrative.

Thomas Martinez

10/10

The haunting melodies of the Dead Souls soundtrack perfectly capture the eerie and mysterious atmosphere of 19th-century Russia portrayed in Gogol's novel. Each musical piece evokes a sense of foreboding and intrigue, enhancing the storytelling experience.

Paul Gonzalez

4/10

The music felt repetitive and uninspired, failing to evoke the complex and nuanced characters that populate Gogol's world. The lack of variation in tone and melody made it difficult to stay engaged with the soundtrack throughout the entire listening experience.

Linda Nelson

6/10

The use of subtle crescendos and decrescendos in the music mirrors the ebb and flow of Chichikov's fortunes, capturing the highs and lows of his morally dubious journey through Russian society.

John Roberts

1/10

As a listener, I found the soundtrack of Dead Souls to be lacking in emotional depth and failed to capture the essence of the novel's dark and satirical themes.

Deborah Nelson

5/10

The musical motifs in the soundtrack cleverly mirror the shifting dynamics of power and deception among the characters, creating a sense of tension and unpredictability that keeps the listener on edge.

Edward Clark

6/10

Overall, the Dead Souls soundtrack is a masterful accompaniment to Gogol's novel, enriching the reading experience with its evocative and thought-provoking musical compositions.

Brian Baker

9/10

The emotional depth and complexity of the Dead Souls soundtrack truly elevate the listening experience. From melancholic strings to powerful brass sections, each track conveys a range of emotions that resonate with the characters' inner struggles and the societal issues depicted in Gogol's masterpiece.

Elizabeth Mitchell

6/10

The use of traditional Russian instruments in the music adds an authentic and immersive layer to the storytelling, transporting the listener to the world of Chichikov and his morally questionable dealings.

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