• Nightmares (1983) Soundtrack OST •

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"Nightmares" is a horror film divided in four tales:

(a) "Terror in Topanga" - An insane killer escapes and stabs a highway patrol officer. The news advises the residents to stay at home. However, the stressed and addicted Lisa waits her husband Phil goes to the bedroom of their little daughter to flee to a store to buy cigarettes and milk. On the way back home, she is forced to stop the car to put some gas and something happens to her.

(b) "The Bishop of Battle" - The famous videogame player J.J. Cooney is addicted on the game "The Bishop of Battle" and expects to reach the unattainable Level 13. One night, she flees from home and breaks in a shopping arcade to play the game. When he reaches the Level 13, he has a surprise.

(c) "The Benediction" - The priest of a small-town Frank MacLeod loses his faith and leaves his parish. When he is leaving, his friend Father Luis Del Amo comes to say goodbye and he takes his recipient of holy water since he will cross the desert. Out of the blue, a black pick-up truck hunts him down on the lonely road.

(d) "Night of the Rat" - Steven Houston, his wife Claire and their daughter Brooke live in a comfortable house and they are saving money. When Claire overhears rats behind the wall, she wants to call the terminator Mel Keefer but Steven says that he can handle with the problem. Until the night they learn what is happening in their house.

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Play	Title	Artist
	Nightmares
	Let's Have a War	Fear: Performer
	I Don't Care About You	Fear: Performer
	Louie Louie	Richard Berry: Writer Black Flag: Performer
	I Love Livin' in the City	Fear: Performer
	NIGHTMARES: Nightmares Opening	Craig Safan: Performer
	Bishop's Game Music	Craig Safan: Performer
	Bishop Vs. J.J.	Craig Safan: Performer
	Master Of All I Survey / Finale	Craig Safan: Performer
	Loss of Faith and On the Road	Craig Safan: Performer
	Confrontation and Faith Restored	Craig Safan: Performer
	The Dangers of Smoking	Craig Safan: Performer
	I Smell a Rat!	Craig Safan: Performer
	We're Going to Need a Bigger Trap	Craig Safan: Performer
	The Devil Rodent Departs / Finale	Craig Safan: Performer
	Nightmares Bumper	Craig Safan: Performer
	SEDUCED BY MADNESS: THE DIANE BORCHARDT STORY: Main Title / Brook's Goodbye	Craig Safan: Performer
	Planning Murder / Murder Weapon	Craig Safan: Performer
	Easter Killing	Craig Safan: Performer
	Ruben's Dead / Doug Confesses	Craig Safan: Performer
	Diane Arrested / Trial	Craig Safan: Performer
	Guilt, New Life	Craig Safan: Performer
	Behind Bars	Craig Safan: Performer
	Bishop's Game Music	Craig Safan: Performer
	We're Going to Need a Bigger Trap	Craig Safan: Performer
	SEDUCED BY MADNESS: THE DIANE BORCHARDT STORY: Main Title / Brook's Goodbye	Craig Safan: Performer
	Ruben's Dead / Doug Confesses	Craig Safan: Performer

User reviews

Linda Roberts

10/10

The diverse range of musical styles and tones in the soundtrack of Nightmares adds depth and complexity to each of the four tales, enhancing the storytelling and leaving a lasting impression on the audience.

James Thomas

1/10

The use of cliché sound effects and predictable musical cues made the soundtrack feel formulaic and unoriginal. Instead of innovating and surprising the audience with unique compositions, the music fell back on tired tropes that did little to elevate the overall viewing experience of Nightmares.

Jennifer White

5/10

The music in Nightmares successfully builds suspense and enhances the horror elements of the film. The eerie melodies and unsettling sounds contribute to the sense of dread and fear, keeping the audience on edge throughout the viewing experience.

Ronald Jackson

7/10

The diversity in musical styles and tones across the different tales showcases the versatility of the composers and their ability to adapt to the specific needs of each storyline, making the soundtrack a standout feature of the film.

Stephanie Anderson

9/10

The haunting melodies and chilling sound effects used in the film enhance the tension and create a sense of unease, keeping me on the edge of my seat throughout the entire viewing experience.

Edward Rodriguez

6/10

The soundtrack of Nightmares effectively sets the tone for each tale, creating a sense of tension and unease throughout the film. The use of different musical motifs for each story helps in distinguishing them and enhancing the overall atmosphere.

Charles Johnson

4/10

The soundtrack for Nightmares failed to create a truly chilling atmosphere, lacking the suspenseful and eerie tones necessary for a horror film. The music felt generic and uninspired, failing to enhance the tension of the different tales.

Carol Hall

7/10

The eerie and haunting melodies perfectly complement the horror elements of the film, adding an extra layer of fear and unease to each story.

Nancy Young

7/10

The use of sound effects and musical cues in the soundtrack helps to build anticipation and enhance the scares, making the viewing experience truly immersive and memorable.

Jennifer White

6/10

Overall, the soundtrack of Nightmares complements the visuals and storytelling, adding an extra layer of intensity to each tale. The use of music to heighten the emotional impact of the scenes showcases the importance of a well-crafted soundtrack in enhancing the overall effectiveness of a horror film.

Richard Smith

8/10

The soundtrack of Nightmares effectively enhances the suspense and tension in each of the four tales, creating a chilling atmosphere that keeps the audience on the edge of their seats.

Ashley Wilson

9/10

The soundtrack of Nightmares perfectly captures the eerie and suspenseful atmosphere of each tale, immersing the audience into the world of horror.

Amanda Martin

4/10

The lack of thematic coherence in the soundtrack was disappointing, as it failed to establish a consistent mood throughout the different segments of the film. Each tale seemed disconnected musically, making it difficult for the audience to fully immerse themselves in the horror experience.

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