• Purple Hearts (1984) Soundtrack OST •

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Rating: 5.80/10 from 1000 votes

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Purple Hearts

It's sometime during the Vietnam War. Lieutenant Don Jardian of the US Navy, who would have just started a lucrative medical practice if he was still in the States funded in large part by his girlfriend Jill's father, is entering his third month working as a surgeon at a mobile hospital unit in Vietnam. While working hard to do whatever he can to ensure that anyone on his operating table makes it home with a Purple Heart instead of in a body bag, he admits that his emotions to the people he sees on his operating table has been numbed due to the overall horrors of the war.

In accompanying one of those patients to the naval hospital in Da Nang, he encounters Lieutenant Deborah Solomon, a surgical nurse at that hospital, she who, for the first time since he's arrived at Vietnam, makes him "feel" again. In falling for Deborah, Don does whatever he can to go back to Da Nang over and over again with the intent purpose to see her. Conversely, Deborah is slower to succumb to her attraction to Don due to something that has happened to her in her recent life which she has not disclosed to him.

Beyond that issue and their distance which may be obstacles for Don to overcome in having a relationship with Deborah, the biggest obstacle for any sort of future for the two may be the war itself as Don goes on more and more dangerous missions in return for those R&R leaves to be with her.

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Play	Title	Artist
	Purple Hearts
	Luke and Cassie	Tony Kanal: Performer
	Chased Down	Tony Kanal: Performer
	Insulin Scare	Tony Kanal: Performer
	The Ask	Tony Kanal: Performer
	Pinky Swear	Tony Kanal: Performer
	Risk Nothing, Gain Nothing	Tony Kanal: Performer
	I'm Scared	Tony Kanal: Performer
	The Scam	Tony Kanal: Performer
	Fake History	Tony Kanal: Performer
	On Patrol	Tony Kanal: Performer
	Returning the Ring	Tony Kanal: Performer
	Is This Happening?	Tony Kanal: Performer
	Hot Pepper Challenge	Tony Kanal: Performer
	The Break In / The Beat Down	Tony Kanal: Performer
	The Visit	Tony Kanal: Performer
	This Isn't Working	Tony Kanal: Performer
	Charged	Tony Kanal: Performer
	The Hearing	Tony Kanal: Performer
	The One You Run Back To (Come Back Home)	Tony Kanal: Performer
	I'm Scared	Tony Kanal: Performer
	This Isn't Working	Tony Kanal: Performer

User reviews

Donna Campbell

1/10

The soundtrack of Purple Hearts relies too heavily on clichéd musical motifs and predictable arrangements, resulting in a lackluster listening experience. The composition feels formulaic and repetitive, failing to bring anything fresh or original to the film's overall sound design.

Matthew Martin

10/10

The soundtrack of Purple Hearts truly captures the emotional depth and complexity of the characters' experiences during the Vietnam War.

Charles Rodriguez

3/10

The soundtrack of Purple Hearts lacks emotional depth and fails to capture the intensity of the Vietnam War setting. The music feels generic and uninspired, missing the opportunity to enhance the emotional impact of the characters' experiences.

Richard Perez

6/10

The band score for Purple Hearts is a poignant and evocative collection of music that effectively captures the emotional depth of the film's storyline. The use of orchestral arrangements and subtle melodies adds a layer of authenticity to the Vietnam War setting portrayed in the movie.

Joshua Hill

5/10

One of the standout aspects of the Purple Hearts soundtrack is its ability to evoke a sense of nostalgia and longing, mirroring the characters' desires for connection and love amidst the chaos of war. The music creates a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere that lingers long after the film ends, making it a memorable and impactful element of the overall viewing experience.

David Clark

9/10

The music not only enhances the narrative of the film but also stands on its own as a powerful and moving collection of songs that evoke a wide range of emotions.

Jennifer Anderson

3/10

The score of Purple Hearts often feels out of place and disconnected from the narrative, failing to create a cohesive atmosphere that complements the story. The music choices do not effectively convey the tension and drama of the war-torn setting, leaving the audience feeling detached from the characters' struggles.

Emily Parker

7/10

The haunting vocals in some of the songs evoke a sense of longing and heartache, mirroring the characters' emotional journeys throughout the film. The soundtrack does an excellent job of conveying the bittersweet nature of love and loss amidst the backdrop of war.

Melissa Baker

9/10

The haunting melodies and evocative compositions perfectly convey the sense of loss, bravery, and love that are central themes in the storyline.

Matthew Jones

5/10

The soundtrack of Purple Hearts skillfully conveys the internal struggles and emotional complexities faced by the main characters, Lieutenant Don Jardian and Lieutenant Deborah Solomon. The music enhances the audience's connection to the characters' experiences and adds depth to their personal journeys throughout the film.

Elizabeth Turner

8/10

The use of traditional Vietnamese instruments in certain tracks adds a layer of authenticity to the setting of the film. It helps create a sense of time and place, immersing the audience in the war-torn landscape and the characters' experiences.

Timothy Harris

8/10

The emotive piano melodies in the Purple Hearts soundtrack perfectly capture the complex emotions experienced by the characters in the midst of the Vietnam War. The music enhances the storytelling and brings depth to the characters' internal struggles.

Andrew Davis

9/10

Each track immerses the listener in the turmoil of war, while also highlighting the tender moments of connection and hope that the characters find amidst the chaos.

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