Samson and Delilah Soundtrack (

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Rating: 6.80/10 from 8900 votes
Alternate Names:
Title in Español:

Sansón y Dalila

Title in Italiano:

Sansone e Dalila

Title in Português:

Sansão e Dalila

Title in Français:

Samson et Dalila

Title in Türk:

Samson and Delilah

Title in Deutsch:

Samson und Delilah

Synopsis

Though his people, the Israelites, are enslaved by the Philistines, Samson (Victor Mature), strongest man of the tribe of Dan, falls in love with the Philistine Semadar (Dame Angela Lansbury), whom he wins by virtue of a contest of strength.

But Semadar betrays him, and Samson engages in a fight with her real love, Ahtur (Henry Wilcoxon), and his soldiers.

Semadar is killed, and her sister Delilah (Hedy Lamarr), who had loved Samson in silence, now vows vengeance against him.

She plans to seduce Samson into revealing the secret of his strength and then to betray him to the Philistine leader, The Saran of Gaza (George Sanders).

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Samson and Delilah
SAMSON AND DELILAH: Suite
Victor Young: Performer
THE QUIET MAN: Danaher's House
Victor Young: Performer
My Mother
Victor Young: Performer
The Big Fight
Victor Young: Performer
Forlorn, Mary Kate's Lament
Victor Young: Performer
I'll Take You Home Again Kathleen
Victor Young: Performer
St Patrick's Day
Victor Young: Performer
Forlorn (Mary Kate's Lament)
Victor Young: Performer
St. Patrick's Day
Victor Young: Performer
I'll Take You Home Again, Kathleen (written by Thomas P. Westendorf)
Victor Young: Performer
Samson's Call / Miriam and the Dance to Dagon / The Valley of Zorah / The Feather Dance / Delilah's Theme
Victor Young: Performer
Blind Samson / The Philistine March / Delilah's Remorse / The Feast Dance / Bacchanale / Delilah's Harp / Samson and Del
Victor Young: Performer

User reviews

Matthew Walker
3/10

The choice of instruments in the soundtrack was questionable, with some pieces feeling out of place and distracting rather than enhancing the scenes they were meant to accompany.

John Taylor
8/10

The soundtrack of Samson and Delilah perfectly captures the intensity and drama of the story, enhancing the emotional impact of each scene.

Thomas Martinez
4/10

The soundtrack of Samson and Delilah failed to capture the emotional intensity of the story. The music felt generic and uninspired, lacking the epic grandeur that such a biblical tale deserves.

Thomas Robinson
7/10

The use of traditional Middle Eastern instruments and motifs in the soundtrack helps to transport the audience to the ancient setting of the film, creating a sense of authenticity and immersing viewers in the world of Samson and Delilah.

Edward White
5/10

Overall, the soundtrack of Samson and Delilah is a vital component of the film's success, enhancing the storytelling and immersing the audience in the rich tapestry of emotions and conflicts depicted on screen.

Patricia Jones
5/10

The orchestral arrangements in the soundtrack are powerful and sweeping, underscoring the grandeur of the narrative and the larger-than-life characters depicted on screen.

Dorothy Campbell
2/10

Overall, the soundtrack of Samson and Delilah missed the mark in setting the tone and atmosphere for the film, leaving a sense of disappointment and disconnect with the audience.

Laura Evans
5/10

The soundtrack of Samson and Delilah perfectly captures the epic and dramatic nature of the story, enhancing the emotional impact of the film.

Michelle Adams
7/10

The music effectively conveys the complex emotions of love, betrayal, and vengeance that are central to the plot, adding depth and richness to the characters' motivations and interactions.

Charles Johnson
5/10

The score effectively conveys the tension and conflict between the characters, especially during pivotal moments such as Samson's confrontation with Delilah.

Sarah Hernandez
10/10

The music effectively conveys the emotional depth of the characters, from Samson's inner turmoil to Delilah's conflicted feelings of love and revenge. The use of different musical motifs for each character adds layers to the storytelling and enhances the overall viewing experience.

Deborah Carter
5/10

The use of vocal performances in certain tracks adds a spiritual and ethereal quality to the soundtrack, elevating the film beyond a mere historical epic to a more mythical and symbolic level.

Elizabeth Smith
9/10

The soundtrack of Samson and Delilah perfectly captures the epic and dramatic nature of the story. The sweeping orchestral arrangements heighten the tension during pivotal moments, such as Samson's battles and Delilah's schemes.

Timothy Smith
5/10

The use of traditional Middle Eastern instruments in the music adds authenticity and depth to the portrayal of the ancient setting, transporting the audience to a different time and place.

Charles Johnson
5/10

The music during the romantic sequences between Samson and Delilah is evocative and romantic, enhancing the chemistry between the two leads and heightening the tragic aspect of their doomed love affair.

Donna Wright
5/10

The haunting melodies in certain scenes create a sense of foreboding and foreshadowing, adding layers of complexity to the characters and their motivations.