Farewell My Concubine Soundtrack (

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Rating: 8.10/10 from 33000 votes
Alternate Names:
Title in Español:

Adiós a mi concubina
Title in Italiano:

Addio mia concubina
Title in Português:

Adeus Minha Concubina

Synopsis

In 1924 China, prostitute Yanhong sees no other alternative than leaving her shy son Douzi behind at a training school for Chinese opera. Shitou, an older boy, takes pity on Douzi and he needs it because Master Guan rules his school with an iron fist. The boys are beaten, tortured for forgetting their lines, and so mentally taxed that suicide sometimes is the only option left.

Douzi and Shitou become friends and are talented, destined to be great actors, they impress audiences by performing together. Douzi wants more from the friendship, but Shitou doesn't answer his advances. The situation becomes worse when courtesan Juxian manipulates Shitou into rescuing her from the brothel House of Blossoms and marrying her.

Through the years, with the political situation in China ever changing and not always for the good, Shitou and Douzi remain close, but will it ever be like old times?

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Play Title Artist
Farewell My Concubine
Farewell My Concubine Suite (Part I)
Jiping Zhao: Composer
Can't Understand
Jiping Zhao: Composer
Farewell My Concubine Suite (Part II)
Jiping Zhao: Composer
Bygone Love
Jiping Zhao: Composer
Farewell My Concubine Suite (Part III)
Jiping Zhao: Composer
Cant Understand
Chao Ji-Ping: Performer
The Piano: "The Heart Asks Pleasure First"
Pierre Bachelet: Performer
Emmanuelle: "Emmanuelle"
Pierre Bachelet: Performer
Bilitis: "Bilitis"
Pierre Bachelet: Performer
Eyes Wide Shut: "Waltz No. 2 from Jazz Suite No. 2"
Pierre Bachelet: Performer
Body Heat: "Body Heat"
Pierre Bachelet: Performer
Lolita: "Love Theme"
Pierre Bachelet: Performer
American Beauty: "Plastic Bag Theme"
Pierre Bachelet: Performer
The Hunger: "Lakme (The Flower Duet)"
Pierre Bachelet: Performer
Betty Blue: "Betty Blue"
Pierre Bachelet: Performer
Farewell, My Concubine: "Bygone Love"
Pierre Bachelet: Performer
Basic Instinct: "Basic Instinct"
Pierre Bachelet: Performer
Brokeback Mountain: "Brokeback Mountain"
Pierre Bachelet: Performer
Last Tango in Paris: "The Tango"
Pierre Bachelet: Performer
Fatal Attraction: "Fatal Attraction"
Pierre Bachelet: Performer
Indecent Proposal: "Indecent Proposal"
Pierre Bachelet: Performer
Sex and the City: "Sex and the City"
Pierre Bachelet: Performer
Fu Gui and Jia Zhen
Chao Ji-Ping: Performer
Life's Years like Flowing Water
Chao Ji-Ping: Performer
Two Trees
Chao Ji-Ping: Performer
Spirit of the Peacock
Chao Ji-Ping: Performer
Jou Dou
Chao Ji-Ping: Performer
Brotherly Love and Stage Life
Chao Ji-Ping: Performer
The Curtain Falls
Chao Ji-Ping: Performer
The Love between Chun Zhi and Niu Bao
Chao Ji-Ping: Performer
On the Yellow River: Unflinching Love
Chao Ji-Ping: Performer
Overture
Chao Ji-Ping: Performer
Women (Xu Lian and Mei Shan)
Chao Ji-Ping: Performer
Fate
Chao Ji-Ping: Performer
Metempsychosis
Chao Ji-Ping: Performer
Main Theme (from Once Upon A Time In China)
Chan Hung Da: Performer
Main Title (from A City Of Sadness)
Chan Hung Da: Performer
Bygone Love (from Farewell My Concubine)
Chan Hung Da: Performer
Halt The Sunrise (from A Chinese Ghost Story)
Chan Hung Da: Performer
Goat Hongs Song (from The Puppet Master)
Chan Hung Da: Performer
Main Title (from The Osmanthus Alley)
Chan Hung Da: Performer
Take For Granted (from Temptress Moon)
Chan Hung Da: Performer
You Make Me Happy And Sad (from Eat Drink Man Woman)
Chan Hung Da: Performer
The Fragrance Of Roses (from Red Rose, White Rose)
Chan Hung Da: Performer
Main Title (from A Moment Of Romance)
Chan Hung Da: Performer
Burial Of Heart (from The Actress)
Chan Hung Da: Performer
Main Title (from My Best Love)
Chan Hung Da: Performer
Until The End Of The World (from Red Dust)
Chan Hung Da: Performer
BlueSea Laughter (from Swordsman)
Chan Hung Da: Performer
Life's Years like Flowing Water
Chao Ji-Ping: Performer

User reviews

Karen Parker
8/10

The melodies in the soundtrack are both melodic and powerful, creating a strong emotional connection with the audience and enhancing the storytelling.

Linda Gonzalez
7/10

The music seamlessly transitions between moments of joy, sorrow, and tension, effectively conveying the complex relationships and struggles of the characters.

Elizabeth Jackson
7/10

The use of traditional Chinese instruments in the soundtrack adds a layer of authenticity and cultural richness to the film, enhancing the overall viewing experience.

Michelle Green
5/10

The soundtrack's ability to convey the passage of time and the changing political landscape of China is truly impressive. The shifting tones and tempos mirror the characters' evolving dynamics and the external forces that shape their destinies.

Brian Wright
8/10

The soundtrack's compositions are intricate and carefully crafted, showcasing the talent and dedication of the musicians and composers involved in creating the music for the film.

George Anderson
7/10

Overall, the soundtrack of Farewell My Concubine is a masterful work of art that elevates the film to a whole new level, making it a truly unforgettable cinematic experience.

Elizabeth Lee
6/10

The soundtrack of Farewell My Concubine provides a hauntingly beautiful backdrop to the tumultuous journey of the characters. The use of traditional Chinese instruments evokes a sense of history and cultural richness that enhances the emotional depth of the story.

Joseph Allen
2/10

I found the soundtrack of Farewell My Concubine to be lacking in emotional depth. The music failed to capture the intense struggles and complexities faced by the characters in the film. It felt detached and did not enhance the viewing experience for me.

Nancy Nelson
1/10

Moreover, I felt that the soundtrack did not effectively convey the cultural and historical context of 1924 China. The music seemed generic and did not immerse me in the setting of the film. I believe a more nuanced and culturally authentic approach to the music could have added a deeper layer of storytelling to the movie.

Susan Wright
7/10

The soundtrack of Farewell My Concubine is a beautiful and haunting musical journey that perfectly captures the emotional depth of the story.

Mary Davis
6/10

The music perfectly captures the complex relationships and inner struggles of the characters. The melodies are both melancholic and powerful, reflecting the pain and resilience of Douzi and Shitou as they navigate their challenging lives in the opera world.

Joshua Hill
5/10

Overall, the music of Farewell My Concubine is a vital element of the film, enriching the storytelling and immersing the audience in the poignant world of the characters. It serves as a poignant reminder of the power of music to elevate and illuminate cinematic narratives.