Hell and High Water Soundtrack (

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Rating: 6.10/10 from 2200 votes
Alternate Names:
Title in Español:

El diablo de las aguas turbias
Title in Italiano:

Operazione mistero
Title in Português:

O Demónio dos Mares
Title in Français:

Le démon des eaux troubles
Title in Türk:

Hell and High Water
Title in Deutsch:

Hell and High Water

Synopsis

During the Cold War, a scientific team refits a Japanese submarine and hires an ex-Navy officer to find a secret Chinese atomic island base and prevent a Communist plot against America that could trigger WW3.

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Hell and High Water
ABOVE AND BEYOND (Hugo Friedhofer): Main Title
Hugo Friedhofer: Performer
Paul's Theme and B 29
Hugo Friedhofer: Performer
Blue Light
Hugo Friedhofer: Performer
Hospital
Hugo Friedhofer: Performer
The Silverplate
Hugo Friedhofer: Performer
Hiroshima Run
Hugo Friedhofer: Performer
Armageddon
Hugo Friedhofer: Performer
End Titles
Hugo Friedhofer: Performer
HELL AND HIGH WATER (Alfred Newman): Main Titles
Hugo Friedhofer: Performer
The Submarine Heads Out
Hugo Friedhofer: Performer
Testing the Submarine
Hugo Friedhofer: Performer
Denise's Wound
Hugo Friedhofer: Performer
Intelligence Report
Hugo Friedhofer: Performer
Enemy's Submarine in Sight
Hugo Friedhofer: Performer
The Silence and Love Scene
Hugo Friedhofer: Performer
The Enemy's Submarine Is Destroyed
Hugo Friedhofer: Performer
The Gas Tank Is Blown
Hugo Friedhofer: Performer
The Trio on the Island
Hugo Friedhofer: Performer
Shooting Down the Plane
Hugo Friedhofer: Performer
Finale
Hugo Friedhofer: Performer
The Atom Bomb
Alfred Newman: Performer
Paris
Alfred Newman: Performer
Denise Enters; World Broadcast
Alfred Newman: Performer
Rendezvous
Alfred Newman: Performer
His Own Price for Dying
Alfred Newman: Performer
There's No Tomorrow
Alfred Newman: Performer
Submerged Submarine / Choppy Seas
Alfred Newman: Performer
Denise
Alfred Newman: Performer
Captain Jones / Sub Through Choppy Seas
Alfred Newman: Performer
61 J Capsule / The Red Sub / Up at Sub
Alfred Newman: Performer
The Ocean Floor
Alfred Newman: Performer
The Sub's Rising / The Victorious Sub
Alfred Newman: Performer
We've Sighted Land
Alfred Newman: Performer
Oil Tank Explosion
Alfred Newman: Performer
Stormy Sea
Alfred Newman: Performer
Kevlock Island / "Your Record, Captain" / The Enemy / The Killing
Alfred Newman: Performer
Escape
Alfred Newman: Performer
Chin Lee's Burial
Alfred Newman: Performer
The Bomber is Destroyed Parts 1 and 2 / Homeward Bound
Alfred Newman: Performer
BONUS TRACKS: Mam'selle
Alfred Newman: Performer
To Romance
Alfred Newman: Performer
Don't Fence Me In
Alfred Newman: Performer
Wild Bomb Mushroom Effect (Vibraphone)
Alfred Newman: Performer
Wild Bomb Mushroom Effect (Cymbals/Gong Version)
Alfred Newman: Performer
The Atom Bomb (revised)
Alfred Newman: Performer

User reviews

James Johnson
7/10

The music in Hell and High Water effectively sets the tone for the high-stakes mission the characters are on, creating a sense of danger and excitement.

Nancy Martin
7/10

I was impressed by the way the music enhances the action sequences, adding depth and intensity to the on-screen drama.

Susan Harris
8/10

The emotional depth of the music in Hell and High Water adds another layer to the characters' struggles and motivations, making their journeys even more compelling.

Donald Allen
8/10

The main theme of the film is hauntingly beautiful and stays with you long after the movie ends, evoking a sense of nostalgia for a bygone era.

Ronald Nelson
7/10

Overall, the soundtrack of Hell and High Water is a standout element of the film, elevating the viewing experience and immersing the audience in the world of espionage and international intrigue.

Brian Hernandez
7/10

The soundtrack expertly builds suspense and anticipation, heightening the impact of key plot twists and revelations throughout the film.

Andrew Lewis
7/10

The soundtrack of Hell and High Water perfectly captures the tension and suspense of the Cold War era, creating a sense of urgency and intrigue that keeps you on the edge of your seat.

Brian Thomas
5/10

On the other hand, some of the musical choices in the film feel a bit cliché and predictable. While the overall atmosphere is well-established, there are moments where the music feels like a generic action movie score, lacking originality and creativity.

Betty Wilson
8/10

The use of traditional instruments combined with modern electronic sounds in the soundtrack gives the film a unique and memorable musical identity.

John Rodriguez
6/10

The soundtrack of Hell and High Water perfectly captures the tension and suspense of the Cold War setting. The use of dramatic orchestral pieces and eerie electronic sounds creates a sense of impending danger and intrigue that keeps the audience on the edge of their seats.