• Liberty Heights (1999) Soundtrack OST •

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Rating: 7.00/10 from 7000 votes

Tags: smashed pumpkin, racial integration

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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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Play	Title	Artist
	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

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.

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