Manolo Soundtrack (

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Rating: 6.90/10 from 1100 votes
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Alternate Names:
Title in Español:

El año de las luces

Title in Italiano:

L'anno delle luci

Title in Português:

Os Anos da Luz

Title in Français:

L'Année des Lumières

Title in Türk:

Manolo

Title in Deutsch:

Manolo

Synopsis

In April 1940, 16-year-old Manolo and 8-year-old Jesus are taken by their older brother Pepe, a lieutenant in the Army, to a sanatorium for children suffering from tuberculosis, situated on the border with Portugal.

Once in the sanatorium, Manolo, surrounded by boys all much younger than he is, feels a bit like the cock-of-the-walk since the only other man around is handyman Emilio, who looks after the gardens and does whatever needs to be done about the place. His wife Rafaela, is the cook.

Manolo meets Irene, a falangist who runs the sanatorium, and the schoolteacher, Miss Transito, a crabby spinster. He has his first sexual experience, albeit as a voyeur, with his nurse Vicenta. When she must leave, her place is taken by a girl from the village, Maria Jesus, with whom Manolo falls hopelessly in love.

A relationship grows between them which will mark them both forever.

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User reviews

Donna Gonzalez
8/10

The music beautifully sets the tone for each scene, from the tender moments between Manolo and Maria Jesus to the more intense and dramatic sequences, creating a truly immersive viewing experience.

Laura Young
5/10

The music in Manolo enhances the storytelling by providing a rich and evocative backdrop to the characters' emotional journeys, adding depth and resonance to their personal struggles.

Anthony Hall
7/10

The soundtrack of Manolo perfectly captures the emotional depth and complexity of the film's storyline, enhancing the viewer's connection to the characters and their experiences.

Thomas Lopez
5/10

The music in Manolo effectively conveys the sense of isolation and longing felt by the characters, especially Manolo and Maria Jesus, as they navigate their complex relationship.

Patricia Davis
8/10

Overall, the soundtrack of Manolo is a standout element of the film, adding layers of depth and emotion to an already compelling story.

Donald Anderson
10/10

Each track feels like a character in its own right, adding layers of depth and meaning to the narrative, and leaving a lasting impression on the viewer long after the credits roll.

Anthony Jones
6/10

The use of quiet, understated tracks in the soundtrack of Manolo effectively highlights the intimacy and vulnerability of the characters' relationships, drawing the audience in on an emotional level.

Mary Taylor
5/10

The soundtrack of Manolo features a diverse range of musical styles and textures, reflecting the complexity and depth of the characters' experiences at the sanatorium.

Anthony Young
9/10

The music perfectly complements the nostalgic atmosphere of the film, transporting the audience to the sanatorium in the 1940s and immersing them in the characters' journey of love, loss, and self-discovery.

Deborah Brown
6/10

The use of traditional Spanish instruments in the soundtrack adds an authentic and immersive layer to the storytelling, enhancing the period setting of the film.

Charles Miller
5/10

The soundtrack of Manolo captures the emotional depth of the characters' experiences in the sanatorium with haunting melodies and poignant compositions.

Thomas Hill
5/10

The score of Manolo strikes a delicate balance between melancholy and hope, mirroring the emotional journey of the characters as they face the challenges of their circumstances.

Melissa Wilson
5/10

The music in Manolo creates a sense of nostalgia and longing, transporting the listener to a bygone era and immersing them in the world of the film.

Carol Smith
9/10

The soundtrack of Manolo truly captures the emotional depth and complexity of the story, enhancing every scene with its poignant melodies and evocative tones.

Stephanie Hall
5/10

Overall, the soundtrack of Manolo is a powerful and evocative companion to the film, enhancing the audience's understanding of the characters' inner lives and adding layers of emotion to their story.

Emily Martinez
6/10

The soundtrack of Manolo skillfully underscores the themes of love, loss, and coming of age, enhancing the audience's connection to the characters and their struggles.