• Escobar (2017) Soundtrack OST •

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Rating: 6.30/10 from 22000 votes

Tags: pablo escobar, colombian drug cartel

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Synopsis

In 1981, Virginia Vallejo is a famous Colombian journalist and TV news anchorwoman who is invited to a VIPs party in the ranch of Pablo Escobar, a low-born man who gained money and power with drug trafficking together with his friends, turning them into the new generation of rich men of the country. Seduced by his charisma, Virginia starts a passionate love affair with Escobar despite him being a family man married to María Victoria.

During the 80's, Escobar becomes famous in his try to better the life of the poor in Medellín and raising a political career in Colombia's congress, but Virginia starts to understand Escobar's real power controlling an empire of crime in Colombia and spreading his drug in all of the USA. It causes DEA agent Shepard to take interest in his business and in Virginia, contacting her and looking for a way to stop him.

With the President Belisario Betancur striking an alliance with the USA to stop Escobar and extradite him to be judged outside Colombia, which ignites a war in the country to eliminate all his enemies, politicians and non-politicians, unleashing his thirst for blood and his ambition to rule everything. Virginia, seeing that her career and her reputation are destroyed by Escobar, faces an extreme situation: to die at the hands of Escobar or by his enemies as an act of reprisal, or save herself helping Shepard to stop Escobar before he kills her.

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Play	Title	Artist
	Escobar
	Pavo real	José Luis 'El Puma' Rodríguez: Performer Joe Arroyo: Writer
	Señor Matanza	Mano Negra: Performer
	Love Is in the Air	Daniel May: Writer
	Black Magic Woman	Santana: Performer
	Let It Snow, Let It Snow, Let It Snow	Sammy Cahn: Writer
	Evil Ways	Santana: Performer

User reviews

Brian Taylor

7/10

The music selection perfectly sets the mood for the 80's era, immersing the audience in the historical context of Pablo Escobar's rise to power and the challenges faced by Virginia Vallejo.

William Wright

8/10

The use of traditional Colombian music elements adds authenticity to the storytelling, creating a rich and immersive experience for the viewers.

Margaret Scott

5/10

The combination of orchestral pieces and electronic beats in the soundtrack creates a dynamic and engaging listening experience.

Thomas Mitchell

10/10

The use of traditional Colombian instruments mixed with modern electronic sounds gives the soundtrack a unique and authentic feel, transporting the listener to the heart of the story. Each track is carefully crafted to reflect the tension, passion, and danger present throughout the film, making it a truly immersive experience.

Daniel Jackson

5/10

The soundtrack expertly conveys the evolution of Escobar's character from a charismatic figure to a ruthless drug lord through its musical themes.

Donna Wright

5/10

The use of traditional Colombian music in the soundtrack adds authenticity to the portrayal of the culture and setting of the film.

Edward Hall

10/10

The soundtrack of Escobar captures the intense and dramatic atmosphere of the story masterfully. The music enhances the emotions of each scene, creating a powerful connection with the characters and the audience.

Daniel Wilson

5/10

The soundtrack effectively underscores the moral dilemmas faced by the characters, adding layers of complexity to their decisions and actions.

Daniel Carter

8/10

The soundtrack of Escobar is a powerful and integral part of the overall cinematic experience, enhancing the narrative and keeping the audience engaged from start to finish.

George Robinson

3/10

The soundtrack of Escobar felt generic and uninspired, lacking any memorable melodies or emotional depth to enhance the storytelling.

William Adams

6/10

The soundtrack's seamless integration with the visuals enhances the overall cinematic experience, drawing viewers deeper into the story.

David Adams

2/10

The soundtrack of Escobar missed the opportunity to incorporate Colombian musical influences or cultural elements that could have enriched the viewing experience and provided a more authentic representation of the story's setting.

Patricia Turner

5/10

The soundtrack of Escobar effectively captures the tension and drama of the story, enhancing the emotional impact of the scenes.

Laura Hill

5/10

The haunting melodies in the soundtrack mirror the dark and dangerous world of drug trafficking depicted in the film.

Amanda Miller

5/10

The emotional depth of the soundtrack resonates with the complex relationships portrayed in the film, particularly Virginia's conflicted feelings towards Escobar.

Dorothy Davis

6/10

Overall, the soundtrack of Escobar is a key element in immersing the audience in the world of the film, enhancing the storytelling and character development.

Emily Davis

7/10

The soundtrack of Escobar expertly captures the tension and drama of the story, enhancing the emotional impact of each scene.

Sarah Moore

4/10

The music did not effectively capture the tension and complexity of the relationship between Virginia Vallejo and Pablo Escobar, failing to elevate key moments of the plot with appropriate musical cues.