Kon-Tiki Soundtrack (

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Rating: 7.20/10 from 52000 votes
Tags: ocean crossing
Alternate Names:
Title in Español:

Kon-Tiki
Title in Italiano:

Kon-Tiki
Title in Português:

Kon Tiki - A Viagem Impossível

Synopsis

The Norwegian explorer Thor Heyerdahl crossed the Pacific Ocean in a balsawood raft in 1947, together with five men, to prove that South Americans back in pre-Columbian times could have crossed the ocean and settled on Polynesian islands.

After financing the trips with loans and donations, they set off on an epic 101-day-long trip across 8000 kilometers, while the world was waiting for the result of the trip.

The film tells about the origin of the idea, the preparations, and the events on the trip.

The "Kon-Tiki" was named after the Inca sun god, Viracocha, and "Kon-Tiki" is an old name for this god.

Heyerdahl filmed the expedition, which later became the Academy Award winning documentary in 1951, and he wrote a book about the expedition that was translated into 70 languages and sold more than 50 millions copies around the world.

Heyerdahl believed that people from South America could have settled Polynesia in pre-Columbian times, although most anthropologists now believe they did not.

Anyway he proved that it was possible by using only the materials and technologies available to those people at that time.

The trip took 101 days over 4,300 miles across the Pacific Ocean before the "Kon-Tiki" crashed onto the dangerous reefs outside Raroia in the Tuamotu Islands on August 7, 1947.

All crewmen survived, and the "Kon-Tiki" was taken back to Norway. She is now featured in the Kon-Tiki Museum.

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Kon-Tiki
Flickan i Havanna
Evert Taube: ("the girl in havana") lyrics

User reviews

Karen Roberts
9/10

Overall, the soundtrack of Kon-Tiki is a masterpiece that elevates the film to a whole new level, making it a truly unforgettable cinematic experience.

David Anderson
6/10

I appreciate how the soundtrack incorporates traditional Polynesian instruments and melodies, adding an authentic and immersive feel to the film. It enhances the storytelling by connecting the audience to the cultural context of the expedition.

Deborah Scott
6/10

The soundtrack's ability to evoke a wide range of emotions, from hope and determination to fear and uncertainty, enhances the audience's connection to the characters and their experiences. It adds depth and richness to the storytelling.

Steven Davis
5/10

The use of orchestral arrangements in the soundtrack adds a grand and epic quality to the film, emphasizing the scale and significance of Heyerdahl's journey. It elevates the emotional impact of the story.

Betty Harris
6/10

The music in Kon-Tiki effectively conveys the sense of isolation and vastness of the Pacific Ocean, creating a haunting and atmospheric backdrop for the crew's struggles and triumphs. It enhances the feeling of being adrift in the open sea.

Daniel King
7/10

The use of traditional instruments and melodies in the soundtrack adds an authentic and cultural dimension to the storytelling. It helps transport the listeners to the time and place of the expedition, creating a deeper connection to the historical events depicted in the film.

Ashley Robinson
5/10

Overall, the soundtrack of Kon-Tiki is a powerful and evocative accompaniment to the film, enhancing the narrative and immersing the audience in the incredible true story of the expedition.

Joshua Brown
5/10

The soundtrack of Kon-Tiki perfectly captures the sense of adventure and daring spirit of the expedition. The music skillfully builds tension and excitement as the crew faces the challenges of the journey.

Laura Martinez
8/10

The emotional depth and evocative nature of the music in Kon-Tiki elevates the storytelling and adds a powerful layer of meaning to the journey of Thor Heyerdahl and his crew. The soundtrack effectively conveys the triumphs, challenges, and spirit of resilience that characterized the real-life expedition.

Jennifer Mitchell
9/10

The soundtrack of Kon-Tiki truly captures the spirit of adventure and determination that the crew of the balsawood raft must have felt during their epic journey across the Pacific Ocean. The music perfectly complements the breathtaking scenes of the expedition, creating a sense of excitement and awe that immerses the audience in the story.

Nancy Anderson
4/10

The soundtrack of Kon-Tiki did not effectively capture the sense of adventure and danger that the crew faced during their epic journey across the Pacific Ocean.

Karen Lee
1/10

The music did not evoke the emotions and tension that one would expect from a film depicting such a perilous and historic expedition.

Paul Allen
8/10

The soundtrack of Kon-Tiki perfectly captures the sense of adventure and exploration portrayed in the film. The music enhances the epic journey across the Pacific Ocean, creating a thrilling and immersive experience for the audience.

Donna Campbell
1/10

The soundtrack lacked originality and failed to leave a lasting impression or enhance the storytelling of the film.

Joshua Martinez
10/10

The use of traditional instruments and melodies from the regions explored by the crew adds an authentic and emotional depth to the soundtrack, enhancing the storytelling and connecting the audience to the cultural significance of the voyage. The haunting and uplifting melodies stayed with me long after the movie ended, evoking a sense of wonder and respect for the incredible feat accomplished by Thor Heyerdahl and his crew.