• The China Syndrome (1979) Soundtrack OST •

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Rating: 7.40/10 from 33000 votes

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Synopsis

The China Syndrome is a story about KXLA Television human interest reporter Kimberly Wells who wants to do hard-hitting news stories, but station brass wants to keep her in her current position. They are more concerned about her hair than her investigative abilities. While doing a human interest story at the Ventana nuclear power plant, Kimberly witnesses what she thinks is a near nuclear disaster.

Her freelance cameraman, Richard Adams, films the event in Ventana's control room. However, station brass quashes the story due to liability issues. Kimberly initially follows her boss' directives to protect her career path, while Richard wants to use the film to uncover the truth.

Jack Godell, the supervisor on duty during the incident, believes something is wrong with the plant. He discovers a radioactive leak and falsified documents, which he believes may threaten his life. With Kimberly and Richard's help, Jack tries to get his story out to avert a potential nuclear meltdown at the plant.

The power company is determined to keep Jack quiet to protect their billion-dollar investment in Ventana.

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Play	Title	Artist
	The China Syndrome
	The Plant	Michael Small: Performer
	News At 6:00	Michael Small: Performer
	Ticking Time Bomb	Michael Small: Performer
	Hot Rods	Michael Small: Performer
	News At 11:00	Michael Small: Performer
	Meltdown!	Michael Small: Performer
	The China Syndrome	Michael Small: Performer
	The Truth And Finale	Michael Small: Performer
	BONUS TRACKS: Source Suite #1	Michael Small: Performer
	Source Suite #2	Michael Small: Performer

User reviews

Timothy Young

10/10

The soundtrack of The China Syndrome perfectly captures the tension and urgency of the storyline. The use of subtle, ominous tones creates a sense of impending danger that keeps the audience on the edge of their seats.

Sarah Allen

3/10

The choice of musical themes in the film felt jarring and out of place, failing to enhance the scenes and instead distracting from the unfolding drama. The lack of cohesion in the soundtrack made it difficult for me to fully immerse myself in the narrative, ultimately diminishing my overall viewing experience.

Donna Allen

3/10

Personally, I found the soundtrack of The China Syndrome to be uninspiring and lacking in emotional depth. The music failed to capture the intensity and suspense of the storyline, leaving me feeling disconnected from the characters' struggles and the gravity of the situation at the nuclear power plant.

Betty Martinez

6/10

The soundtrack of The China Syndrome skillfully mirrors the emotional journey of the characters, from initial disbelief to determination and ultimately, to a sense of triumph and justice. The music evolves alongside the storyline, providing a powerful backdrop that intensifies the emotional impact of the film's climax.

Ashley Lee

6/10

The musical score of The China Syndrome effectively conveys the urgency and high stakes involved in the characters' quest to uncover the truth about the nuclear plant. The use of powerful orchestral arrangements and pulsating beats helps to emphasize the gravity of the situation and the race against time to prevent a catastrophic meltdown.

Anthony Adams

5/10

The China Syndrome's soundtrack perfectly captures the tension and suspense of the film's plot. The use of subtle, eerie tones and suspenseful rhythms enhances the unfolding drama, keeping the audience on the edge of their seats throughout the movie.

Andrew Williams

1/10

I was disappointed by the repetitive nature of the soundtrack in The China Syndrome, as it seemed to rely on a limited range of musical motifs that quickly grew tiresome. The lack of variety and originality in the music detracted from the film's impact, failing to evoke the necessary sense of urgency and tension required to convey the high-stakes nature of the characters' predicament.

Betty Evans

9/10

The music enhances the emotional depth of the characters' struggles and conflicts, adding layers of complexity to their motivations and actions. It effectively conveys the moral dilemmas faced by the protagonists as they navigate through a web of deceit and corporate greed.

Thomas Lewis

10/10

Overall, the soundtrack of The China Syndrome is a masterful work of art that elevates the film to a whole new level of intensity and engagement. It immerses the audience in the high-stakes world of nuclear power while underscoring the importance of truth and justice in the face of overwhelming odds.

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