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Home for the Holidays

Forty-year-old single Chicagoan Claudia Larson gets a lot of bad news just before Thanksgiving, putting her in an even worse mood in preparation for her visit with her family in Baltimore at the home of her overbearing parents, Henry and Adele Larson.

Others coming for Thanksgiving dinner are Adele's crazy sister, Glady; Claudia's humorless sister Joanne Wedman and her equally humorless family, Joanne who acts as the primary care-giver for their parents; (unexpectedly) Claudia's younger mischievous gay brother, Tommy Larson, and his new "boyfriend", Leo Fish; and Russell Terziak, Claudia's sad old "friend" who Adele is trying to reintroduce to Claudia.

Beyond the disasters and potential disasters Claudia is anticipating as well as the unexpected ones that do ultimately occur at dinner, Claudia is most concerned about what happened between Tommy and his long term boyfriend, Jack Gordon, and what her own teen-aged daughter, Kitt, is doing at home without her.

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Play	Title	Artist
	Home for the Holidays
	Evil Ways	Clarence 'Frogman' Henry: Writer Rusted Root: Performer
	Candy	Nat 'King' Cole: Performer Mack David: Writer
	It's Not Unusual	Tom Jones: Performer
	Theme from Shaft
	Trouble in Mind
	That's Life
	Puppy Love
	Surfin' Bird
	Bicycle Built for Two
	I Wanna Be Loved by You
	Pick Yourself Up
	Pow
	The Very Thought of You
	Piece of My Heart
	Evil Ways (Rusted Root)	Mark Isham: Performer
	Holiday Blues	Mark Isham: Performer
	Candy (Nat King Cole)	Mark Isham: Performer
	It's Not Unusual (Tom Jones)	Mark Isham: Performer
	Blue Nights	Mark Isham: Performer
	Birth of the Cool Whip	Mark Isham: Performer
	Trouble in Mind (Dinah Washington)	Mark Isham: Performer
	The Late Night Blues	Mark Isham: Performer
	Medley of "The Very Thought of You" / "With Us, Alone"	Mark Isham: Performer
	The Very Thought of You (Nat King Cole)	Mark Isham: Performer
	Piece of My Heart (Janis Joplin)	Mark Isham: Performer

User reviews

Andrew Phillips

7/10

The soundtrack's blend of traditional holiday tunes with original compositions adds a festive yet modern twist to the overall sound design.

Michael Thompson

8/10

The use of different musical themes for each character effectively highlights their personalities and story arcs, enriching the overall narrative.

Lisa Rodriguez

5/10

The soundtrack of Home for the Holidays perfectly captures the chaotic and emotional atmosphere of a dysfunctional family gathering.

Lisa Scott

9/10

The use of different musical styles and tones throughout the film adds depth to each scene, from the heartwarming moments to the more awkward and dramatic ones. The soundtrack effectively sets the mood and enhances the storytelling, making the audience feel more connected to the characters and their experiences.

Mary Gonzalez

10/10

Overall, the music in Home for the Holidays is a standout element that elevates the film and makes it a truly memorable and engaging viewing experience.

Mary Hill

6/10

The soundtrack effectively underscores the themes of reconciliation and forgiveness, adding a poignant touch to the narrative.

Kenneth Williams

7/10

The soundtrack of Home for the Holidays perfectly captures the emotional rollercoaster of family dynamics during Thanksgiving.

Betty Nelson

8/10

Overall, the soundtrack of Home for the Holidays is a standout feature that contributes significantly to the film's authenticity and emotional impact.

Melissa Campbell

8/10

I found the musical motifs recurring throughout the film to be a clever way of reinforcing key themes and emotions, creating a cohesive sound world.

Anthony King

9/10

The soundtrack of Home for the Holidays perfectly captures the emotional rollercoaster of family dynamics during the Thanksgiving holiday. The music enhances the tension and comedy in a way that feels authentic and relatable to anyone who has experienced a chaotic family gathering.

Michelle Campbell

8/10

I appreciate how the soundtrack mirrors Claudia's inner turmoil and external challenges, creating a cohesive audio-visual experience.

Jennifer Turner

5/10

The musical score beautifully complements the film's cinematography, creating a cohesive and immersive viewing experience.

Sarah Lopez

6/10

The emotional depth conveyed through the music creates a sense of empathy towards the characters, making their struggles and conflicts more relatable.

Charles Williams

8/10

The soundtrack's diversity in genres and moods mirrors the complexity of the family relationships portrayed in the film.

Elizabeth Wilson

5/10

The music enhances the comedic elements of the film, adding a layer of lightheartedness to the intense family dynamics portrayed on screen.

Amanda Smith

5/10

Overall, the soundtrack of Home for the Holidays contributes significantly to the overall emotional impact of the film, making it a memorable and engaging watch.

Carol Thompson

6/10

The choice of songs reflects the different personalities of the characters, enhancing the audience's understanding of their individual journeys.

Michael Jackson

7/10

The soundtrack's seamless integration with the film's dialogue and plot enhances the storytelling, making it a truly immersive viewing experience.

Joseph Thompson

8/10

The music enhances the tense and chaotic atmosphere of the family gathering, adding depth to each character's struggles and interactions.

James Thompson

8/10

The emotional resonance of the music elevates key moments in the movie, intensifying the audience's connection to the characters and their experiences.

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