Louisa May Alcott's The Inheritance Soundtrack (

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Rating: 7.00/10 from 1600 votes
Tags: jewelry theft, letter from dead person
Alternate Names:
Title in Español:

La heredera
Title in Italiano:

Das Geheimnis der Lady Adelon
Title in Português:

Das Geheimnis der Lady Adelon
Title in Français:

L'héritière
Title in Türk:

L'héritière
Title in Deutsch:

Das Geheimnis der Lady Adelon

Synopsis

At the lush Evenswood estate in Concord, Massachusetts, Edith Adelon, a beautiful orphan, lives as the paid companion to the daughter of the wealthy Hamilton family, although they regard her as one of their own.

Years ago, Henry Hamilton saved Edith from an Italian orphanage at the request of his long-deceased brother. Now, Edith is his daughter Amy's prized friend and confidante.

As the Hamiltons await a trio of visitors for the annual Greens Cup horse race, Beatrice Hamilton asks for Edith's help in finding a suitable husband for a cousin, Ida Glenshaw, with one of two visiting eligible bachelors.

But when it becomes clear that both the young men have affection for Edith and not Ida, jealousy soon develops, leading to malicious conniving and brutal backstabbing.

Despite the growing love between Edith and one of the young suitors, because of their conflicting social classes, the couple is reminded time and again that their love can never be.

The Inheritance is a story that centers on an innocent young woman's struggle to make sense of her position within the Hamilton household and in society, and the love she feels for her patrons, as well as for a young man she can never marry.

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Louisa May Alcott's The Inheritance
Falhaste Coração (Fallaste Corazon)
Amor Clandestino
Soñaremos Como Ayer
Mis noches sin ti
Piel a piel
Nocturne No.1 in B flat minor, Op.9 No.1
Si Bona Suscepimus
Tschaikkowsky: Ouverture, Op.49: '1812'
¿Donde Estas, Yolanda?
Avísame
Amaneció lloviendo
Recuerdos De Ypacarai
Opening
Christopher Franke: Performer
Morning Ride
Christopher Franke: Performer
Attack On The Village
Christopher Franke: Performer
Damaged Goods
Christopher Franke: Performer
Jane's Arrival
Christopher Franke: Performer
The Dam Breaks
Christopher Franke: Performer
Broken Dreams
Christopher Franke: Performer
Escape
Christopher Franke: Performer
A New Friendship
Christopher Franke: Performer
The Chase
Christopher Franke: Performer
Deadly Flight
Christopher Franke: Performer
Near Death
Christopher Franke: Performer
Dance Lesson
Christopher Franke: Performer
The Race
Christopher Franke: Performer
Fight For Opar
Christopher Franke: Performer
Finale
Christopher Franke: Performer

User reviews

John Lopez
10/10

Each musical piece skillfully conveys the emotional depth and complexity of the characters, particularly Edith Adelon, as she navigates the complexities of her position within the Hamilton family.

Kimberly Hall
2/10

The soundtrack of Louisa May Alcott's The Inheritance failed to capture the emotional depth and complexity of the characters' relationships and struggles. It lacked the necessary depth and nuance to enhance the storytelling and failed to evoke the appropriate mood for the scenes.

Carol Wilson
8/10

The music effectively conveys the emotional depth and complexity of the characters' relationships, especially Edith's inner turmoil as she navigates the expectations and limitations imposed by her social status and the constraints of her time.

Michael Lopez
5/10

On the other hand, while the soundtrack effectively sets the tone for the story, some tracks feel repetitive and lack originality. Certain musical motifs become predictable, diminishing the emotional impact of key scenes. Despite this, the overall composition still manages to enhance the storytelling and immerse the audience in the world of the Hamiltons and their struggles with love and societal norms.

Amanda Walker
1/10

The music in the film felt generic and uninspired, with clichéd melodies and predictable orchestration that did not add anything meaningful to the overall viewing experience. It failed to leave a lasting impression or create a genuine connection with the audience.

Paul Parker
7/10

The soundtrack of Louisa May Alcott's The Inheritance beautifully captures the essence of the story's setting at the Evenswood estate in Concord, Massachusetts, with its lush and emotive melodies.

James Garcia
1/10

The soundtrack of Louisa May Alcott's The Inheritance did not effectively convey the essence of the period setting and failed to transport the viewers to the lush Evenswood estate in Concord, Massachusetts. The music felt out of place and did not enhance the sense of time and place, ultimately detracting from the immersion in the story.

Joshua Johnson
7/10

The orchestration and composition of the soundtrack enhance the romantic tension between Edith and the young suitor, adding a layer of poignancy to their forbidden love story that resonates with the audience long after the film has ended.

Mark Martinez
5/10

The soundtrack of Louisa May Alcott's The Inheritance beautifully captures the essence of the story's setting in Concord, Massachusetts. The music transports the listener to the lush Evenswood estate, evoking a sense of elegance and romance that perfectly complements the themes of love and social class portrayed in the film.

Melissa Smith
10/10

The haunting melodies and poignant themes beautifully underscore the themes of love, jealousy, and societal expectations woven throughout the narrative, making the soundtrack a standout element of this captivating story.

William Allen
9/10

The soundtrack of Louisa May Alcott's The Inheritance truly captures the essence of the lush Evenswood estate in Concord, Massachusetts, transporting me to a world of elegance and intrigue.

Mark Robinson
10/10

The orchestration is masterfully done, evoking both the opulence of the setting and the internal struggles faced by the characters, creating a truly immersive listening experience.