• The Thin Red Line (1998) Soundtrack OST •

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Rating: 7.60/10 from 198000 votes

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Synopsis

In World War II, the outcome of the battle of Guadalcanal will strongly influence the Japanese advance into the Pacific theater. A group of young soldiers are brought in as a relief for the battle-weary Marines. The exhausting fight for a strategically-positioned airfield that allows control over a 1000-mile radius puts the men of the Army rifle company C-for-Charlie through hell. The horrors of war form the soldiers into a tight-knit group; their emotions develop into bonds of love and even family. The reasons for this war get further away as the world for the men gets smaller and smaller until their fighting is for mere survival and the life of the other men with them.

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Play	Title	Artist
	The Thin Red Line
	The Unanswered Question	Orchestra of St. Luke's: Performer John Adams: Conducted Charles Ives: Composer
	In Paradisum	Gabriel Fauré: From "requiem" composed Orchestre de la Suisse Romande: Performer Armin Jordan: Conducted
	The Prophecy from the Village of Kremnus	Arsenije Jovanovic: Performer
	Annum per Annum	Arvo Pärt: Composer
	Sit Back and Relax	Francesco Lupica: Writer

User reviews

Edward Lopez

8/10

The themes of love, sacrifice, and camaraderie are beautifully woven into the musical score, enhancing the emotional impact of the film.

Matthew Hill

8/10

The haunting melodies and powerful orchestration evoke a sense of both sorrow and resilience in the face of the horrors of war.

Dorothy Evans

9/10

The soundtrack of The Thin Red Line beautifully captures the emotional depth and intensity of the soldiers' journey through the horrors of war. The haunting melodies and powerful orchestrations create a sense of camaraderie and unity among the soldiers, reflecting their bonds of love and family amidst the chaos of battle.

James Jones

2/10

The music in The Thin Red Line often felt disconnected from the on-screen action, making it difficult to fully immerse myself in the story and empathize with the characters' struggles and sacrifices in the Pacific theater.

Susan Evans

1/10

The soundtrack for The Thin Red Line felt repetitive and lacked depth, failing to capture the emotional complexity and intensity of the soldiers' experiences during the battle of Guadalcanal.

Nancy Harris

8/10

The soundtrack skillfully underscores the shifting emotions and internal struggles of the characters, adding layers of complexity to the storytelling.

Michael Hill

7/10

The use of both ambient sounds and traditional instruments creates a unique and immersive listening experience that transports the listener to the battlefield.

Patricia Martin

7/10

The music effectively conveys the camaraderie and bond that develops among the soldiers as they fight for survival and for each other.

Kenneth Smith

5/10

The Thin Red Line soundtrack beautifully captures the emotional depth and intensity of war, enhancing the storytelling and immersing the audience in the soldiers' experiences. The haunting melodies and powerful orchestration evoke a sense of both despair and camaraderie, reflecting the soldiers' journey from strangers to a tight-knit group bonded by love and survival.

Kimberly White

9/10

The music in The Thin Red Line skillfully conveys the shifting perspectives of the soldiers as they struggle for survival and grapple with the true meaning of war. The evocative compositions transport the audience into the heart of the Pacific theater, immersing them in the emotional turmoil and resilience of the men of rifle company C-for-Charlie.

Betty Davis

8/10

Overall, The Thin Red Line's soundtrack is a masterful work of art that enhances the film's narrative and resonates with the audience on a deeply emotional level.

Matthew Roberts

7/10

The composer's ability to capture the raw emotions and psychological toll of war through music is truly remarkable and adds a profound depth to the film.

Michelle Hall

6/10

On the other hand, while the soundtrack effectively conveys the horrors and challenges faced by the soldiers in The Thin Red Line, some may find it overly melancholic and repetitive. The lack of variation in tone and tempo throughout the music can at times feel monotonous, potentially detracting from the overall impact of the film's narrative.