• Night on Earth (1991) Soundtrack OST •

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Rating: 7.80/10 from 66000 votes

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Synopsis

Night on Earth is a collection of five stories involving cab drivers in five different cities.

Los Angeles - A talent agent for the movies discovers her cab driver would be perfect to cast, but the cabbie is reluctant to give up her solid cab driver's career.

New York - An immigrant cab driver is continually lost in a city and culture he doesn't understand.

Paris - A blind girl takes a ride with a cab driver from the Ivory Coast and they talk about life and blindness.

Rome - A gregarious cabbie picks up an ailing man and virtually talks him to death.

Helsinki - an industrial worker gets laid off and he and his compatriots discuss the bleakness and unfairness of love and life and death.

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Play	Title	Artist
	Night on Earth
	Back in the Good Old World	Tom Waits: Writer Tom Waits: Produced Tom Waits: Arrangement
	Good Old World	Tom Waits: Writer Tom Waits: Produced Tom Waits: Arrangement
	Cycle-Delic	Davie Allan: Writer Davie Allan and The Arrows: Performer
	Summertime Blues	Eddie Cochran: Writer Blue Cheer: Performer

User reviews

Brian Young

6/10

In the New York segment, the soundtrack creates a sense of disorientation and alienation, mirroring the immigrant cab driver's experience of being lost in a new culture.

Matthew Mitchell

4/10

The choice of music in Night on Earth often felt intrusive and overpowering, overshadowing the dialogue and emotional nuances of the characters. Instead of enhancing the scenes, the soundtrack at times detracted from the storytelling, creating a jarring and distracting viewing experience.

Patricia Thomas

8/10

The soundtrack of Night on Earth perfectly captures the diverse moods and atmospheres of each city portrayed in the film.

Donna Baker

7/10

The music enhances the storytelling by creating a unique and immersive experience for the audience.

Brian Wright

6/10

The use of different musical styles and instruments throughout the film adds depth and richness to each story.

Edward Hall

6/10

I appreciate the attention to detail in the selection of music for each segment, as it truly enhances the storytelling and character development in the film.

Patricia Moore

5/10

The soundtrack of Night on Earth perfectly captures the diverse moods and settings of each city portrayed in the film.

Ashley King

5/10

The music in the Los Angeles segment is vibrant and upbeat, reflecting the energy of the entertainment industry in the city.

Melissa Thomas

5/10

The soundtrack effectively enhances the emotional impact of the characters' journeys and struggles in each city.

Donna Thomas

8/10

The soundtrack effectively conveys the emotions and struggles of the cab drivers in each city, adding depth to their stories.

Daniel Taylor

8/10

The emotional depth and sensitivity of the music resonate with the characters' journeys, making their experiences more relatable and poignant.

Richard Baker

3/10

The Night on Earth soundtrack felt disconnected from the diverse and emotional storytelling of the film. The music failed to capture the unique cultural essence of each city and cab driver's story, leaving a sense of missed opportunity for deeper immersion.

Melissa Phillips

8/10

The use of different musical styles and instruments reflects the cultural diversity of the characters and settings in the film.

Stephanie White

7/10

The soundtrack showcases a variety of genres, from soothing melodies to energetic beats, providing a rich and dynamic listening experience.

Sarah Brown

7/10

Overall, the soundtrack of Night on Earth is a standout feature of the film, adding layers of meaning and emotion to the storytelling.

Dorothy Jackson

6/10

The Rome segment's soundtrack is lively and talkative, mirroring the gregarious personality of the cabbie who talks endlessly to his passenger.

Charles King

5/10

The Paris segment features hauntingly beautiful music that enhances the emotional connection between the blind girl and the cab driver from the Ivory Coast.

David Martin

7/10

The music selection for each segment is spot-on, amplifying the themes and tone of the respective stories.

Patricia Phillips

7/10

The compositions are well-crafted and complement the visuals seamlessly, enhancing the overall cinematic experience.

Paul Wilson

5/10

Overall, the music in Night on Earth is a crucial element in immersing the audience in the diverse and compelling world of cab drivers across different cities.

Betty Lewis

6/10

The Helsinki segment's music is somber and introspective, underscoring the themes of bleakness and unfairness in the characters' discussions about life and death.

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