• Minding the Gap (2018) Soundtrack OST •

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Rating: 8.10/10 from 11000 votes

Tags: skateboarding, substance abuse

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Synopsis

Three young men bond together to escape volatile families in their Rust Belt hometown. As they face adult responsibilities, unexpected revelations threaten their decade-long friendship.

Compiling over 12 years of footage shot in his hometown of Rockford, IL, in MINDING THE GAP Bing Liu searches for correlations between his skateboarder friends' turbulent upbringings and the complexities of modern-day masculinity.

As the film unfolds, Bing captures 23-year-old Zack's tumultuous relationship with his girlfriend deteriorate after the birth of their son and 17-year-old Keire struggling with his racial identity as he faces new responsibilities following the death of his father.

While navigating a difficult relationship between his camera, his friends, and his own past, Bing ultimately weaves a story of generational forgiveness while exploring the precarious gap between childhood and adulthood.

Winner of the U.S. Documentary Special Jury Award for Breakthrough Filmmaking at the 2018 Sundance Film Festival, the film is produced by Bing Liu and Diane Quon through Kartemquin Films, and edited by Liu and Joshua Altman.

Executive producers are Steve James, Gordon Quinn, Betsy Steinberg, Sally Jo Fifer, Justine Nagan, and Chris White. MINDING THE GAP is a co-production of Kartemquin Films, American Documentary / POV, and Independent Television Service (ITVS), with funding provided by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB) and Sundance Institute Documentary Film Program.

Hulu and Magnolia Pictures will release the film on August 17, 2018.

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Play	Title	Artist
	Minding the Gap
	Video Life	Chris Spedding: Writer Chris Spedding: Performer
	Hurricane	Josh Partington: Writer Something Corporate: Performer
	Half Alive	John Vesely: Writer Secondhand Serenade: Performer
	Again	Fetty Wap: Performer
	This Year	John Darnielle: Writer The Mountain Goats: Performer
	Theme from "Minding the Gap"	Nathan Halpern: Performer
	The Steps Leading Home	Nathan Halpern: Performer
	See Me	Nathan Halpern: Performer
	Father and Son	Nathan Halpern: Performer
	The Birthday Party	Nathan Halpern: Performer
	Our Mother	Nathan Halpern: Performer
	Lessons and Losses	Nathan Halpern: Performer
	Dawn over Rockford	Nathan Halpern: Performer
	Theme from "Minding the Gap" (Reprise)	Nathan Halpern: Performer
	I Saw Myself	Nathan Halpern: Performer
	Cut	Nathan Halpern: Performer
	Growing Up	Nathan Halpern: Performer

User reviews

Charles Johnson

6/10

The soundtrack captures the essence of the Rust Belt hometown setting, infusing the film with a sense of place and history that enriches the storytelling.

Nancy Carter

3/10

I found the music choices in Minding the Gap to be repetitive and uninspired, lacking originality and failing to bring a unique tone to the documentary's narrative.

Lisa Nelson

8/10

The blend of different musical genres in the soundtrack mirrors the complexity of modern-day masculinity and the challenges faced by the young men as they transition into adulthood.

Sarah Mitchell

5/10

The soundtrack of Minding the Gap perfectly complements the emotional depth of the film, enhancing the raw and honest storytelling.

Margaret Lee

6/10

The blend of original score and carefully selected songs adds layers of complexity to the narrative, creating a rich tapestry of sound that immerses the audience in the characters' journeys.

Paul Mitchell

8/10

The music enhances the storytelling, creating a powerful atmosphere that immerses the audience in the struggles and triumphs of the protagonists.

Donald Williams

6/10

The music in Minding the Gap serves as a powerful storytelling tool, conveying emotions and themes that words alone cannot express, adding a layer of depth to the film's narrative.

Donald Martin

8/10

The emotional resonance of the music lingers long after the film ends, leaving a lasting impact on the viewer and enhancing the overall cinematic experience.

Anthony Davis

6/10

The soundtrack of the film is a standout element, seamlessly blending with the visuals to create a cohesive and immersive viewing experience that lingers long after the credits roll.

Deborah Walker

8/10

Each track seems carefully selected to reflect the inner turmoil and growth experienced by the characters over the 12 years of filming, adding depth and authenticity to their stories.

Brian Hill

3/10

The soundtrack of Minding the Gap often felt overpowering, overshadowing the raw emotions and personal stories shared by the characters, making it difficult to fully immerse myself in their experiences.

Margaret Perez

5/10

The use of music in Minding the Gap is subtle yet impactful, underscoring pivotal moments in the characters' lives and deepening our connection to their experiences.

Melissa Jones

5/10

Overall, the music in Minding the Gap elevates the storytelling to new heights, underscoring the universal themes of love, loss, and resilience that resonate with audiences on a profound level.

Carol Robinson

5/10

Each musical choice feels purposeful and intentional, contributing to the overall emotional resonance of the film and enhancing the viewer's engagement with the characters' struggles and triumphs.

Robert King

3/10

The soundtrack of Minding the Gap felt disconnected from the emotional depth of the story, failing to enhance the poignant moments or capture the essence of the characters' struggles.

Charles Brown

6/10

The music choices in the film evoke a sense of nostalgia and introspection, resonating with the themes of friendship, family, and growing up in a challenging environment.

Stephanie Smith

8/10

The soundtrack of Minding the Gap perfectly captures the emotional journey of the characters as they navigate through difficult circumstances and relationships.

Robert Evans

7/10

The soundtrack of Minding the Gap is a testament to the power of music in storytelling, effectively complementing the narrative and elevating the film to a higher level of emotional depth and connection.

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