How to Make an American Quilt Soundtrack (

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Rating: 6.30/10 from 13000 votes
Tags: wedding music
Alternate Names:
Title in Español:

Donde reside el amor

Title in Italiano:

Gli anni dei ricordi

Title in Português:

Onde Reside o Amor

Title in Français:

Le patchwork de la vie

Title in Türk:

Yorgan hikâyesi

Title in Deutsch:

Ein amerikanischer Quilt

Synopsis

Twenty-six year old graduate student Finn Dodd is indecisive in so many areas of her life for many reasons. Despite having just accepted the marriage proposal of her live-in boyfriend, Sam, a carpenter, Finn does not want to end up the way of her hippie parents, who divorced because they realized they made better friends than lovers.

As such, she decides she needs the summer away from Sam both to evaluate her relationship with him, and to restart her thesis yet again, her current topic being the ritual associated with handicrafts. She will be spending the summer living with her maternal grandmother Hy and her Great Aunt Glady, while she spends time with their quilting bee, who have been together as a social collective since before Finn was born, and with who Finn spent many a day as a child.

The quilt they are currently working on is Finn's wedding present, a patchwork representing each woman's place of love. As Finn hears the stories of these women, especially of their love lives which has affected the person each is today and the romantic relationships with the men in their lives, Finn applies their lessons to her own life.

She may get to test further her commitment to Sam when she meets a local man named Leon, with who she is mutually attracted.

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Play Title Artist
How to Make an American Quilt
Wedding March
Cherry, Cherry
Neil Diamond: Performer
Neil Diamond: Writer
Beautiful Dreamer
Stephen Foster: Composer
Swinging on a Star
Bing Crosby: Performer
Johnny Burke: Writer
After the Fire Is Gone
Loretta Lynn: Performer
I Don't Want to Set the World on Fire
The Ink Spots: Performer
Eddie Durham: Writer
You Belong to Me
Patsy Cline: Performer
Pee Wee King: Writer
Anybody Can Be Somebody's Fool
Nanci Griffith: Performer
Nanci Griffith: Writer
Anvil Chorus
La Vie en Rose
Louiguy: Performer
Édith Piaf: French lyrics
Louis Armstrong: Performer
Mack David: English lyrics
Riffin' at the Ritz
Benny Goodman: Performer
Benny Goodman: Writer
At Last
Etta James: Performer
Harry Warren: Writer
Matondoni Wedding
David Fanshawe: Recorded
The Wedding March
Il Trovatore (The Anvil Chorus)
Salvatore Cammarano: By giuseppe verdi (as verdi) words
Robert Shaw Chorale: Performer
Dreamin'
Danny Tate: Performer
Danny Tate: Writer
I Don't Want to Set the World on Fire
Eddie Durham: Performer
Anybody Can Be Somebody's Fool
Nanci Griffith: Performer
Dreamin'
Danny Tate: Performer
Riffin' at the Ritz
Benny Goodman: Performer
Quilting Theme
Thomas Newman: Performer
The Life Before
Thomas Newman: Performer
Swinging On a Star (Bing Crosby)
Thomas Newman: Performer
Hyacinth & Gladiola
Thomas Newman: Performer
Night Orchard
Thomas Newman: Performer
He Never Came Back
Thomas Newman: Performer
Cherry, Cherry (Neil Diamond)
Thomas Newman: Performer
You Belong to Me (Patsy Cline)
Thomas Newman: Performer
Sophia
Thomas Newman: Performer
The Sensation of Falling
Thomas Newman: Performer
Foolish Things
Thomas Newman: Performer
Riffin' At the Ritz (Benny Goodman Quartet)
Thomas Newman: Performer
At Last (Etta James)
Thomas Newman: Performer
Anna Loves / Leaves
Thomas Newman: Performer
Crow
Thomas Newman: Performer
An American Quilt
Thomas Newman: Performer
I Don't Want to Set the World On Fire (The Ink Spots)
Thomas Newman: Performer
Portraits / Pond
Thomas Newman: Performer
Where Love Resides
Thomas Newman: Performer
The Diver
Thomas Newman: Performer
Spacewalk (From "Passengers")
Thomas Newman: Performer
Main Title / Becky Flies (From "Finding Dory")
Thomas Newman: Performer
I Am Malala (From "He Named Me Malala")
Thomas Newman: Performer
Donna Lucia (From "Spectre")
Thomas Newman: Performer
Homecoming (From "Bridge of Spies")
Thomas Newman: Performer
End Title (From "Saving Mr. Banks")
Thomas Newman: Performer
End Credits (From "Revolutionary Road")
Thomas Newman: Performer
Wall-E (From "Wall-E")
Thomas Newman: Performer
Unrecht Oder Recht (From "The Good German")
Thomas Newman: Performer
Jedem Das Seine (From "The Good German")
Thomas Newman: Performer
Cinderella Man (From "Cinderella Man")
Thomas Newman: Performer
Letter That Never Came (From "Lemony Snicket's A Series Of Unfortunate Events")
Thomas Newman: Performer
Finding Nemo / Nemo Egg (From "Finding Nemo")
Thomas Newman: Performer
Road To Perdition (From "Road To Perdition")
Thomas Newman: Performer
Road to Chicago (From "Road To Perdition")
Thomas Newman: Performer
Disc Time:
Thomas Newman: Performer
Theme (From "Six Feet Under")
Thomas Newman: Performer
I Forgive You (From "Pay it Forward")
Thomas Newman: Performer
The Green Mile (From "The Green Mile")
Thomas Newman: Performer
Plastic Bag Theme (From "American Beauty")
Thomas Newman: Performer
Dead Already (From "American Beauty")
Thomas Newman: Performer
End Titles (From "The Horse Whisperer")
Thomas Newman: Performer
Whisper Of A Thrill (From "Meet Joe Black")
Thomas Newman: Performer
That Next Place (From "Meet Joe Black")
Thomas Newman: Performer
An American Quilt (From "How to Make An American Quilt")
Thomas Newman: Performer
Under The Umbrella (End Title)
Thomas Newman: Performer
Brooks Was Here (From "The Shawshank Redemption")
Thomas Newman: Performer
So Was Red (From "The Shawshank Redemption")
Thomas Newman: Performer
End titles (From "The Shawshank Redemption")
Thomas Newman: Performer
Ghost Train (Main Title)
Thomas Newman: Performer

User reviews

Mary Robinson
5/10

The songs in the soundtrack are carefully selected to reflect the various stages of love and relationships explored in the film.

Paul Walker
6/10

Each track complements the characters' stories and experiences, creating a rich tapestry of emotions that resonate with the audience.

Deborah Lewis
10/10

The melodies in the soundtrack evoke a sense of nostalgia and reflection, enhancing the themes of love, relationships, and self-discovery explored in the movie.

Linda Lee
4/10

The music did not enhance the emotional depth of the characters or the storyline. It lacked the ability to evoke the intended feelings and failed to create a strong connection with the audience.

Donald Roberts
6/10

The use of folk and acoustic elements in the soundtrack adds a raw and authentic feel to the film, connecting with the themes of tradition and heritage.

Daniel Green
6/10

Overall, the soundtrack of How to Make an American Quilt is a beautiful and harmonious accompaniment to the poignant storytelling of the film.

Thomas Moore
2/10

I was disappointed by the lack of variety in the soundtrack, which made the film feel monotonous and unmemorable. The music did not add anything significant to the overall viewing experience.

Michelle Baker
8/10

The soundtrack of How to Make an American Quilt perfectly captures the nostalgic and heartfelt atmosphere of the film. Each piece of music enhances the emotional depth of the characters' stories and adds a layer of authenticity to the narrative.

Brian Lee
9/10

Each track in the soundtrack complements the storytelling, adding layers of richness and complexity to the characters' journeys and relationships. The music truly enhances the overall viewing experience and leaves a lasting impact.

Daniel Hill
5/10

The instrumental pieces in the soundtrack convey a sense of intimacy and warmth, drawing the audience deeper into the characters' lives.

Mark Perez
6/10

The soundtrack effectively sets the tone for different scenes, enhancing the overall atmosphere of the film.

Ashley Miller
6/10

The music adds depth and dimension to the characters, allowing the audience to connect with their inner struggles and desires.

Steven Robinson
6/10

The music evokes a sense of nostalgia and reflection, mirroring Finn's journey of self-discovery and questioning her relationships.

James Hall
7/10

The soundtrack's melodies are beautifully crafted and evoke a sense of reflection and contemplation, mirroring Finn's journey of self-discovery and her exploration of her relationships. The music enhances the storytelling and adds an additional layer of depth to the film's emotional resonance.

Daniel Green
6/10

The soundtrack of How to Make an American Quilt perfectly captures the emotional depth of the film, enhancing the storytelling.

Michelle Scott
8/10

The use of acoustic instruments in the soundtrack creates a warm and inviting ambiance that complements the themes of love, relationships, and self-discovery in the movie. It evokes a sense of intimacy and connection with the characters and their experiences.

Dorothy Scott
10/10

The soundtrack of How to Make an American Quilt is a beautiful and poignant collection of music that perfectly captures the emotional depth of the film's story.

Jennifer Martin
4/10

The soundtrack of How to Make an American Quilt felt repetitive and uninspiring throughout the film. I found myself tuning out rather than being engaged by the music.