Liberty Heights Soundtrack (

Liberty Heights Soundtrack (1999) cover

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Rating: 7.00/10 from 7100 votes
Tags: smashed pumpkin, racial integration
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Title in Italiano:

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Synopsis

Liberty Heights is a film that explores themes of anti-Semitism, race relations, coming of age, and fathers and sons in Baltimore from fall, 1954, to fall, 1955.

Racial integration comes to the high school, TV is killing burlesque, and rock and roll is pushing the Four Lads off the Hit Parade. Ben, a high school senior, and his older brother Van are exploring "the other": in Ben's case, it's friendship with Sylvia, a Black student; with Van, it's a party in the WASP part of town and falling for a debutante, Dubbie.

Sylvia gives Ben tickets to a James Brown concert; Dubbie invites Van to a motel: new worlds open. Meanwhile, their dad Nate, who runs a numbers game, loses big to a small-time pusher, Little Melvin; a partnership ensues.

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Liberty Heights
Steam Heat
Patti Page: Performer
Richard Adler: Writer
Bayom Hahu
Barry Black: Performer
At the Gaiety
Curt Sobel: Writer
Burlesque Drum Riffs
Curt Sobel: Writer
Gaiety Drummer
Curt Sobel: Writer
Mama's Rag
Curt Sobel: Writer
Backstage at Gaiety
Curt Sobel: Writer
Sh-Boom (Life Could Be a Dream)
The Crew Cuts: Performer
James Keyes: Writer
Puttin' On The Dog
Kathleen Brennan: Writer
Tom Waits: Performer
It's Over
Kathleen Brennan: Writer
Tom Waits: Performer
Stranger in Paradise
Tony Bennett: Performer
Bob Wright: Writer
I'm a Fool to Care
Shake Rattle and Roll
Rock Island Line
Teach Me Tonight
Gee
I Got a Woman
Annie Had a Baby
Young at Heart
Oyfn Pripetshik
Baby Eyes
La Basura
Rock the Joint
Ko Ko Mo (I Love You So)
Chonnie-on-Chon
Blue Moon
I Feel That Old Feeling Coming On
Please, Please, Please
Ritmando El Cha Cha Cha
If
Pomp and Circumstance
Dim Dim the Lights (I Want Some Atmosphere)
When Love Walked In
Darling, je vous Aime Beaucoup
Belz (Mein Shtelele Belz)
Honey Don't
Mama's Rag
Barry Black: Performer
Puttin' On The Dog
Kathleen Brennan: Performer
It's Over
Kathleen Brennan: Performer
I'm a Fool to Care
Ted Daffan: Performer
A Sunday Kind of Love
Anita Leonard: Performer
Honey Don't
Carl Perkins: Performer
Opening
Andrea Morricone: Performer
Ben Denies Melvin
Andrea Morricone: Performer
Down A Baltimore Street
Andrea Morricone: Performer
Graduation
Andrea Morricone: Performer
Nate With His Boys
Andrea Morricone: Performer
Going To A Party
Andrea Morricone: Performer
Inside The School
Andrea Morricone: Performer
Patterson Park Story
Andrea Morricone: Performer
The Swimming Pool
Andrea Morricone: Performer
Youth Theme
Andrea Morricone: Performer
Van And Trey
Andrea Morricone: Performer
Walking To The Club
Andrea Morricone: Performer
$100,000 Phone Call
Andrea Morricone: Performer
On The Stage
Andrea Morricone: Performer
Liberty Heights
Andrea Morricone: Performer

User reviews

Matthew Jones
3/10

The lack of cohesion in the overall sound of the soundtrack made it difficult to immerse myself in the story of Liberty Heights. The disjointed mix of genres and styles detracted from the viewing experience and made it hard to connect with the characters on screen.

Steven Hall
6/10

The soundtrack of Liberty Heights perfectly captures the time period and setting of the film, transporting the audience back to the 1950s with its nostalgic blend of jazz, doo-wop, and early rock and roll. The music adds depth and authenticity to the storytelling, enhancing the emotional impact of the scenes.

William Scott
7/10

The musical choices in Liberty Heights not only complement the themes of anti-Semitism, race relations, and family dynamics but also serve as a powerful narrative device that connects the characters' personal experiences to the broader cultural context of the time. The soundtrack enriches the storytelling and resonates with the audience on a deeper level.

Brian Jackson
9/10

The incorporation of iconic songs from the era, such as James Brown's electrifying performance, adds a layer of authenticity and emotional depth to the scenes. The soundtrack enhances the storytelling and helps to immerse the audience in the time period and setting of the movie.

Melissa Jackson
4/10

The soundtrack for Liberty Heights failed to effectively capture the diverse and complex themes of the film, such as anti-Semitism, race relations, and coming of age. The music felt generic and did not enhance the emotional depth of the scenes.

Michelle Robinson
5/10

The use of iconic songs from artists like James Brown adds a layer of excitement and energy to the film, enhancing pivotal moments and creating a dynamic atmosphere. The soundtrack not only complements the narrative but also elevates it, immersing the audience in the vibrant and evolving world of Liberty Heights.

Donald Thompson
8/10

The use of iconic songs from the 1950s, such as James Brown's music, adds a layer of authenticity and emotional depth to the film. The soundtrack effectively evokes the excitement and challenges of coming of age in a period of significant change and cultural evolution.

Ronald Campbell
5/10

The integration of different musical genres in the soundtrack mirrors the themes of racial integration and cultural shifts depicted in the film. The juxtaposition of traditional jazz with the emerging sounds of rock and roll symbolizes the clash of old and new, highlighting the tensions and changes happening in society during that time.

Carol White
10/10

The musical score of Liberty Heights effectively conveys the changing cultural landscape of the 1950s, from the decline of burlesque to the rise of rock and roll. The juxtaposition of different music styles mirrors the characters' personal growth and societal shifts, creating a rich and dynamic listening experience.

Daniel Mitchell
8/10

The soundtrack of Liberty Heights perfectly captures the nostalgic and transformative atmosphere of the 1950s in Baltimore. The music enhances the storytelling by immersing the audience in the era's cultural shifts and social dynamics.

Amanda Hill
10/10

The soundtrack of Liberty Heights perfectly captures the nostalgic and tumultuous atmosphere of the 1950s in Baltimore. The music selection expertly reflects the themes of racial integration, coming of age, and family dynamics portrayed in the film.

Richard Adams
4/10

The choice of songs in the soundtrack did not accurately reflect the time period of the film, set in the mid-1950s. Instead of authentic music from that era, the soundtrack seemed to rely on modern interpretations that felt out of place and jarring.