• Playing for Time (1980) Soundtrack OST •

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Rating: 7.40/10 from 2900 votes

Tags: reference to giacomo puccini, reference to madama butterfly the opera

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Synopsis

In World War II, the Jewish French musician and cabaret singer Fania Fenelon Goldstein is sent by the Nazis from Paris to the Auschwitz Concentration Camp. The guards take her clothing and luggage and they cut her hair very short. One day, when she is very weak, she hears someone asking whether any prisoner could sing Giacomo Puccini's Madama Butterfly and she joins the group of musicians that have been spared from the gas chambers to entertain the Nazis performing music for them. She convinces the conductor Alma Rose to invite her friend Marianne, telling that she would be a talented singer. Along the years of abusive treatment, they survive but losing their dignity.

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Play	Title	Artist
	Playing for Time
	J'Attendrai	Louis Poterat: French lyrics Dino Olivieri: Performer Nino Rastelli: Italian lyrics Vanessa Redgrave: Performer
	Un bel di vedremo	Giacomo Puccini: Performer Giuseppe Giacosa: Lyrics
	Trois jeunes tumbours
	Poet and Peasant Overture
	Stormy Weather
	Cello Practice
	Meditation
	Wedding March
	Symphony No. 5
	The Blue Danube
	J'Attendrai	Dino Olivieri: Performer
	Yossel, Yossel	Dino Olivieri: Performer

User reviews

Mark Robinson

1/10

The choice of music seemed disconnected from the historical context of the film. Instead of enhancing the storytelling, the soundtrack often felt out of place and did not effectively convey the gravity of the situation faced by the characters.

Michael Thompson

10/10

The use of music in the film not only adds depth to the storytelling, but also serves as a powerful symbol of resilience and defiance in the face of unimaginable suffering. The way the music is woven into the narrative enhances the emotional impact of the story, making it a truly unforgettable cinematic experience.

Robert White

8/10

Each musical piece in the soundtrack enhances the storytelling, bringing to life the struggles and triumphs of the characters as they navigate the horrors of the concentration camp. The music becomes a powerful narrative tool, immersing the audience in the emotional journey of the protagonists.

Stephanie King

6/10

The soundtrack of Playing for Time beautifully captures the emotional turmoil and resilience of the characters in the film. The haunting melodies evoke a sense of despair and hope intertwined.

Betty Hill

5/10

The use of classical music, such as Giacomo Puccini's Madama Butterfly, adds a poignant layer to the storytelling, reflecting the characters' struggle to find beauty and meaning in the midst of horror and tragedy.

Mark Scott

8/10

The use of classical pieces, such as Giacomo Puccini's Madama Butterfly, adds a layer of cultural richness to the soundtrack, highlighting the characters' connection to their art and heritage even in the face of unimaginable adversity. The music becomes a symbol of resistance and humanity in the darkest of times.

Linda Wright

9/10

The soundtrack of Playing for Time beautifully captures the emotional journey of the characters, especially Fania Fenelon Goldstein, as they navigate the horrors of Auschwitz. The haunting melodies and poignant arrangements truly immerse the audience in the harrowing atmosphere of the concentration camp.

Kimberly Clark

5/10

The music in Playing for Time serves as a powerful reminder of the indomitable human spirit, as it portrays the characters' courage and perseverance in the face of unimaginable suffering.

Anthony Davis

8/10

The soundtrack of Playing for Time beautifully captures the emotional depth and resilience of the characters in the film. The haunting melodies evoke a sense of sorrow and hope in equal measure.

William Thomas

4/10

I found the soundtrack of Playing for Time to be lacking emotional depth and authenticity. The music failed to capture the harrowing experiences and emotional turmoil faced by the characters in the Auschwitz Concentration Camp.

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