• Hannah Arendt (2012) Soundtrack OST •

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Rating: 7.10/10 from 12000 votes

Tags: banality of evil

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Synopsis

In 1961, the noted German-American philosopher of Jewish origin, Hannah Arendt, gets to report on the trial of the notorious Nazi war criminal, Adolf Eichmann. While observing the legal proceedings, Arendt concludes that Eichmann was not a monster, but an ordinary man who had thoughtlessly buried his conscience through his obedience to the Nazi regime and its ideology.

Arendt's expansion of this idea, presented in her articles for 'The New Yorker', would create her concept of 'the banality of evil' that she thought even sucked in some Jewish leaders of the era into unwittingly participating in the Holocaust.

The result is a bitter public controversy in which Arendt is accused of blaming the Holocaust's victims. Now that strong willed intellectual is forced to defend her ideas in a struggle that will exact a heavy personal cost.

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Play	Title	Artist
	Hannah Arendt
	Sherry Lane	Frank Stumvoll: Composed and produced
	Cafe Ivory	Frank Stumvoll: Composed and produced

User reviews

Donald Adams

5/10

The haunting melodies in the soundtrack evoke a sense of unease and contemplation, mirroring the moral dilemmas faced by the characters in the film. The music adds depth and emotional resonance to the narrative, enhancing the viewer's experience.

Deborah Hernandez

7/10

Overall, the soundtrack of Hannah Arendt elevates the film to a higher level of emotional resonance, making it a truly immersive and thought-provoking cinematic experience.

Ronald Hall

6/10

Overall, the soundtrack of Hannah Arendt is a poignant and thought-provoking accompaniment to the film's exploration of morality, responsibility, and the complexities of human behavior. The music enhances the storytelling and enriches the audience's engagement with the challenging themes presented.

Linda Anderson

7/10

The orchestral arrangements skillfully convey the tension and drama of the historical events depicted in the film, immersing the listener in the era of Nazi Germany.

Kenneth Adams

2/10

I found the soundtrack of Hannah Arendt to be quite dull and uninspiring. The music failed to capture the emotional depth and complexity of the historical events depicted in the film. It lacked the gravitas needed to convey the weight of Arendt's philosophical reflections on the banality of evil and the Holocaust.

Ronald Robinson

9/10

The music seamlessly weaves together elements of tension, contemplation, and introspection, creating a rich tapestry of sound that elevates the narrative to a higher level. Each track resonates with the themes of the story, adding layers of depth and resonance to the film's exploration of conscience, obedience, and the banality of evil.

Donald Mitchell

2/10

I was disappointed by the repetitive nature of the musical themes in the film's soundtrack. The lack of variety and creativity in the compositions made the viewing experience monotonous and less engaging. The music did not enhance the storytelling or evoke the necessary sense of tension and drama required to fully immerse the audience in the narrative.

Charles Adams

7/10

The haunting melodies evoke a sense of introspection and contemplation, mirroring Arendt's own deep reflections on the nature of evil and human responsibility.

Sarah Mitchell

9/10

The soundtrack of Hannah Arendt perfectly captures the emotional complexity and intellectual depth of the film. The haunting melodies and subtle nuances mirror the inner turmoil and moral dilemmas faced by the characters, enhancing the viewing experience.

Edward Parker

5/10

The score of Hannah Arendt skillfully conveys the inner turmoil and intellectual struggle of the protagonist as she grapples with her controversial ideas. The music underscores the internal conflict and personal cost of holding unpopular beliefs.

Melissa Wilson

7/10

The use of subtle piano motifs adds a layer of sensitivity and vulnerability to the music, echoing Arendt's own internal struggles with her controversial theories.

Anthony Taylor

5/10

The soundtrack of Hannah Arendt effectively captures the tension and complexity of the philosophical themes explored in the film. The use of strings and piano creates a somber and introspective atmosphere that complements the weighty subject matter.

Sarah Wilson

8/10

The thematic variations in the music mirror the intellectual complexity of Arendt's arguments, enriching the viewer's understanding of her philosophical perspective.

Margaret Thomas

5/10

The use of silence in certain key moments of the soundtrack is particularly powerful, emphasizing the profound impact of the characters' words and actions. The absence of music in these moments allows the audience to fully absorb the weight of the ethical questions raised in the film.