My Son, My Son, What Have Ye Done Soundtrack (

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Rating: 6.30/10 from 11000 votes
Alternate Names:
Title in Español:

¿Qué has hecho, hijo?
Title in Italiano:

My Son, My Son, What Have Ye Done
Title in Português:

Meu Filho, Olha o que Fizeste!
Title in Français:

Dans l'oeil d'un tueur
Title in Türk:

Benim Güzel Oğlum, Ne Yaptın Sen?
Title in Deutsch:

Ein fürsorglicher Sohn

Synopsis

My Son, My Son, What Have Ye Done is a psychological thriller film directed by Werner Herzog and produced by David Lynch. The story follows Brad McCullum, a man who has just murdered his mother with a sword. As the police surround his house, Brad barricades himself inside with two hostages. The film explores the events leading up to the murder through a series of flashbacks, revealing Brad's descent into madness.

Throughout the film, Brad's mother and fiancée try to make sense of his actions, while the police negotiator attempts to understand his motives. As the tension escalates, Brad's past is slowly unraveled, revealing a troubled relationship with his mother and a history of mental illness.

My Son, My Son, What Have Ye Done is a dark and intense exploration of family dynamics, mental illness, and the consequences of unchecked emotions. With a stellar cast including Michael Shannon, Willem Dafoe, and Chloë Sevigny, this film is a gripping and thought-provoking look at the complexities of the human mind.

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Play Title Artist
My Son, My Son, What Have Ye Done
Flamingos
Rainy Season
Raging Waters
Intrusions
The Face of God
Still Life
State of Siege
Book of Job
Swordsmith Destiny
Tunnel of Time
Mechanical Pianist
Eyes of the World
Heaven on Earth
Leaving Your Earthly Possesions
Death on Crystal Street
Corrido de Valente Quintero
Chavela Vargas: Performer
I Was Born to Preach the Gospel
Cucurrucucu Paloma
Caetano Veloso: Performer
Tomás Méndez: Writer
Guadalajara
Pepe Guízar: Writer
Corrido de Gabino Barreras
Víctor Cordero: Writer
Chavela Vargas: Performer
Valente Quintero (Chavela Vargas & Ernst Reijseger)
Ernst Reijseger: Performer
The Face of God - Raging Waters
Ernst Reijseger: Performer
Flamingos - Death on Crystal Street
Ernst Reijseger: Performer
I Am Born to Preach the Gospel (Reverend George Washington Philipps)
Ernst Reijseger: Performer
Still Life / Leaving Your Earthly Possessions
Ernst Reijseger: Performer
Gabino Barrera (Chavela Vargas & Ernst Reijseger)
Ernst Reijseger: Performer
Shadow (Cave of Forgotten Dreams
Ernst Reijseger: Performer
Gretchen am Spinnrade (Voice from Another World) (Rescue Dawn
Ernst Reijseger: Performer
A Una Rosa, Voche E' Notte Antica (The White Diamond / Salt & Fire
Ernst Reijseger: Performer
Still Life / Leaving Your Earthly Possessions (My Son My Son What Have Ye Done
Ernst Reijseger: Performer
Brontosaurus (Nomad, in the Footsteps of Bruce Chatwin) (Ernst Reijseger & Harmen Fraanje) 2:23 6 Ombra (Nomad, in
Ernst Reijseger: Performer
7 Too Soon (Salt & Fire) (Ernst Reijseger feat. Erik Bosgraaf)
Ernst Reijseger: Performer
8 Rainey Season (My Son My Son What Have Ye Done
Ernst Reijseger: Performer
9 Tungunska (Fireball) (Ernst Reijseger, Massimo Roych, Gian Nicola Appeddu & Mario Siotto)
Ernst Reijseger: Performer
10 Muen Bwebwe (Family Romance) (Ernst Reijseger, Harmen Fraanje & Capella Cracoviensis)
Ernst Reijseger: Performer
11 Ave Maria (Fireball) (Ernst Reijseger & Tenore e Cuncordu de Orosei)
Ernst Reijseger: Performer
12 Heaven on Earth (My Son My Son What Have Ye Done
Ernst Reijseger: Performer
13 Landscape of the Soul (Salt & Fire
Ernst Reijseger: Performer
14 CD-ONLY BONUS: Interview with Werner Herzog
Ernst Reijseger: Performer
Brontosaurus (Nomad, in the Footsteps of Bruce Chatwin) (Ernst Reijseger & Harmen Fraanje) 2:23 6 Ombra (Nomad, in
Ernst Reijseger: Performer

User reviews

Carol King
1/10

The soundtrack failed to create a cohesive atmosphere or mood throughout the film, often feeling out of place and distracting from the unfolding narrative.

Anthony Nelson
7/10

The music complements the psychological themes of the movie, enhancing the audience's immersion into Brad's descent into madness.

Thomas White
8/10

The score masterfully builds and releases tension, creating a palpable sense of unease and foreboding that lingers long after the film has ended.

Nancy Roberts
7/10

The use of unconventional instruments in the soundtrack adds a unique and experimental quality to the overall sound design of the film.

Dorothy Green
6/10

The use of haunting and eerie music in key moments of the film adds an extra layer of tension and suspense, keeping the audience on edge throughout the story.

Donna Wright
1/10

The soundtrack of My Son, My Son, What Have Ye Done felt disconnected from the intense and dramatic scenes of the film, failing to enhance the emotional impact of the story.

Carol Smith
5/10

The soundtrack complements the psychological themes of the film, creating a sense of unease and introspection that mirrors the protagonist's descent into madness.

Anthony Green
7/10

The emotional depth conveyed through the music helps to create a sense of empathy towards the characters, particularly Brad, despite his heinous actions.

Lisa Mitchell
10/10

The soundtrack of My Son, My Son, What Have Ye Done perfectly captures the dark and intense atmosphere of the film. The haunting melodies and eerie tones enhance the psychological thriller elements, keeping me on the edge of my seat throughout.

Daniel Robinson
8/10

The soundtrack's seamless integration with the visuals enhances the overall cinematic experience, creating a cohesive and impactful narrative.

Michelle Mitchell
7/10

Overall, the musical score of My Son, My Son, What Have Ye Done is a standout element that elevates the film to a deeper and more profound level of storytelling.

Patricia Allen
10/10

The combination of atmospheric soundscapes and evocative musical motifs in the soundtrack creates a truly immersive viewing experience. The music not only complements the visuals but also serves as a powerful storytelling device, enhancing the themes of family dynamics, mental illness, and the fragility of the human psyche.

Linda Gonzalez
5/10

The soundtrack of My Son, My Son, What Have Ye Done effectively captures the dark and intense atmosphere of the film, enhancing the overall viewing experience.

Ronald White
7/10

The soundtrack's evocative nature leaves a lasting impression, adding layers of complexity to the characters and their motivations.

Joshua Rodriguez
6/10

The music in My Son, My Son, What Have Ye Done successfully conveys the complexities of the characters' emotions and motivations, adding depth and texture to the narrative.

James Hernandez
4/10

The music choices in the film seemed repetitive and uninspired, lacking depth and originality in capturing the psychological turmoil of the characters.

Kimberly Thomas
7/10

The soundtrack of My Son, My Son, What Have Ye Done perfectly captures the eerie and unsettling atmosphere of the film.

Ashley Rodriguez
8/10

The haunting melodies and dissonant tones in the music effectively heighten the suspense and tension throughout the story.

Andrew Adams
9/10

Each track in the soundtrack is masterfully composed to reflect the inner turmoil and unraveling of the main character, Brad. The music seamlessly blends with the narrative, intensifying the emotional depth of the story and adding layers of complexity to the characters' motivations.