L'arbre, le maire et la médiathèque Soundtrack (

L'arbre, le maire et la médiathèque Soundtrack (1993) cover

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Rating: 7.10/10 from 1700 votes
Tags: french teacher, country vs city cultures, vendee
Alternate Names:
Title in Español:

El árbol, el alcalde y la mediateca
Title in Italiano:

L'albero, il sindaco e la mediateca
Title in Português:

A Árvore, o Presidente da Câmara e a Mediateca
Title in Français:

L'arbre, le maire et la médiathèque
Title in Türk:

Ağaç, Belediye Başkanı ve Kültür Merkezi
Title in Deutsch:

Der Baum, der Bürgermeister und die Mediathek

Synopsis

Julien Dechaumes is the mayor of a small French village and has big plans: He wants to make his village a modern tourist spot by building a center for culture and sports. In order to achieve this goal he has to overcome some difficulties. On the plot of land for building is an old tree. Teacher Marc wants to save this tree by all means.

Saint-Juire en Vendée, 1992: Julien Dechaumes, owner of a castle and mayor, has big plans: He wants to build a center for culture and sports on a meadow in the middle of the village, that would prove worthy of a small town. Thanks to his connections to Paris the socialist has received huge subsidies. The government wants to back its party in the otherwise Conservative Vendée. Dechaumes, who lost at the regional elections, hopes to be put up as candidate for his party in the coming parliamentary elections due to his commitment. Therefore, the center with a swimming pool, an open-air theater and a media center is to be his showpiece.

There is, however, a lot of resistance to his project. Spokesman of the critics in the village is the teacher Marc Rossignol, who wants to save the 100-year old willow tree that grows right in the middle of the plot. Writer Bérénice Beaurivage - a textbook Parisian - also criticizes Dechaumes - but for other reasons: She and Dechaumes have been in a relationship for a short while and she thinks his career prospects would be far better in Paris. Journalist Blandine Lenoir makes interviews with half the village, advocates and adversaries alike, but her article for a political magazine is shortened by the editors in chief, now placing Rossignol in the limelight. Accordingly, the cover page does not feature a picture of the architect's model, but the tree ... In the end, the teacher's ten-year old daughter is the one to find an acceptable solution for all.

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User reviews

Melissa Harris
9/10

The music beautifully reflects the rural setting of the French village, transporting the listener to the picturesque landscape where the story unfolds. The use of traditional instruments and melodies adds an authentic touch to the soundtrack, creating a rich and immersive listening experience.

Betty Anderson
8/10

The music beautifully captures the essence of the small French village setting, with its charming and nostalgic melodies transporting the listener to a picturesque countryside.

George Rodriguez
8/10

The soundtrack of L'arbre, le maire et la médiathèque is a captivating mix of emotional melodies and uplifting rhythms that perfectly complement the storyline of the movie.

Patricia King
3/10

One negative opinion I have about the soundtrack of L'arbre, le maire et la médiathèque is that it lacks emotional depth and fails to capture the complexity of the characters and their struggles. The music feels generic and uninspired, missing the opportunity to enhance the storytelling and evoke strong emotions in the audience.

Mark Roberts
5/10

The music perfectly reflects the different perspectives of the characters in the film. The melodies associated with Julien Dechaumes convey ambition and determination, while the themes linked to teacher Marc Rossignol evoke a sense of nostalgia and connection to the past. The contrast in musical styles helps to highlight the opposing views of the characters.

Dorothy Jones
10/10

The soundtrack of L'arbre, le maire et la médiathèque perfectly captures the emotional depth and complexity of the story. Each track enhances the tension and drama surrounding the conflict between Julien Dechaumes and the village residents, particularly the heartfelt struggle to save the old willow tree.

Matthew Williams
4/10

Another negative aspect of the soundtrack is its lack of cohesion and thematic consistency. The music seems disjointed and disconnected from the narrative, failing to create a coherent atmosphere that supports the development of the plot and characters. It feels like a collection of random tracks rather than a unified musical score that enhances the overall viewing experience.

Kenneth Scott
6/10

The soundtrack of L'arbre, le maire et la médiathèque effectively captures the clash between tradition and modernity in a small French village. The use of traditional French instruments mixed with contemporary sounds creates a sense of tension and drama that mirrors the conflicts within the storyline.

Paul Hernandez
10/10

One of the standout aspects of the soundtrack is its ability to convey the different perspectives and emotions of the characters. From the passionate determination of teacher Marc Rossignol to the conflicted feelings of writer Bérénice Beaurivage, the music effectively captures the essence of each character and their unique journey throughout the film.

Patricia Nelson
7/10

The composition of the soundtrack is masterfully done, with each track evoking a range of emotions from hope and determination to resistance and reconciliation, making it a truly memorable musical experience.

James White
5/10

Overall, the soundtrack of L'arbre, le maire et la médiathèque enhances the emotional depth of the story and adds an extra layer of complexity to the characters and their motivations. The music not only complements the narrative but also enriches the viewer's experience by providing insight into the inner worlds of the characters.

Edward Rodriguez
8/10

The use of traditional instruments in the soundtrack adds an authentic and cultural touch to the music, enhancing the overall atmosphere of the film and immersing the audience in the story.