• The Falls (1980) Soundtrack OST •

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Rating: 7.30/10 from 1700 votes

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Synopsis

The planet has been affected by a mysterious occurrence known as the Violent Unknown Event, or V.U.E. It has caused immortality and disability. Victims have learned new and peculiar languages. Some firmly believe in the responsibility of birds.

In this three-hour film, ninety-two biographies are presented of victims whose surnames begin with the letters F A L L. Presented in the mock documentary style of 'Water Wrackets' and 'Dear Phone', this is the culmination of the first period of Greenaway's work. It refers to shorts such as 'A Walk Through H' and 'Vertical Features Remake', and forwards to the likes of 'Drowning by Numbers' (there is reference to the three generations of Cissie Colpitts).

Michael Nyman's sound-track is memorable; he later remade the 'Bird List Song' (which features in a variety of forms), as 'Hands 2 Take' with arty British band the Flying Lizards (best known for their minimal version of 'Money (that's what I want)').

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Play	Title	Artist
	The Falls
	Thumbs
	Looking at Me
	Chroma
	On My Own
	City
	Better in Stereo - Theme Song Version
	We Belong
	Sorry
	bad guy (with Justin Bieber)
	Never Enough
	Angel
	Warm Bed
	I Feel The Love
	What a Girl Is
	Can't Blame a Girl for Trying
	Company
	I See a Dreamer
	Empty
	Intentions
	The Flood
	The Falls Theme (Piano) (Jon Garcia)	John Garcia: Performer
	Waterfalls (Raelyn Olson)	John Garcia: Performer
	Ukelele Song (Owen Duff)	John Garcia: Performer
	For the Speechless Coward (Southerly)	John Garcia: Performer
	Back Up Slow (The Prids)	John Garcia: Performer
	Tram (Jon Garcia)	John Garcia: Performer
	You Could Be Something (Heywood)	John Garcia: Performer
	Pale Light, Pale Eyes (LN)	John Garcia: Performer
	Reels and Wires (Telegraph Canyon)	John Garcia: Performer
	The Falls Theme (Acoustic) (Southerly & Jon Garcia)	John Garcia: Performer
	Long Island (Pony Express)	John Garcia: Performer
	The Falls Theme (Electric) (Southerly)	John Garcia: Performer
	Waterfalls (Variation 2) (Raeyln Olson)	John Garcia: Performer
	Miss You (Southerly)	John Garcia: Performer
	Waterfalls (Variation 3) (Falls)	John Garcia: Performer
	Aragon	Brian Eno: Performer
	From The Same Hil	Brian Eno: Performer
	Inland Sea	Brian Eno: Performer
	Two Rapid Formations	Brian Eno: Performer
	Slow Water	Brian Eno: Performer
	Sparrowfall (1)	Brian Eno: Performer
	Sparrowfall (2)	Brian Eno: Performer
	Sparrowfall (3)	Brian Eno: Performer
	Alternative 3	Brian Eno: Performer
	Quartz	Brian Eno: Performer
	Events In Dense Fog	Brian Eno: Performer
	"There Is Nobody"	Brian Eno: Performer
	Patrolling Wire Borders	Brian Eno: Performer
	A Measured Room	Brian Eno: Performer
	Task Force	Brian Eno: Performer
	M386	Brian Eno: Performer
	Strange Light	Brian Eno: Performer
	Final Sunset	Brian Eno: Performer

User reviews

Ashley Johnson

5/10

The soundtrack of The Falls elevates the viewing experience, immersing the audience in the strange and surreal world created by Peter Greenaway. The music enhances the storytelling, emphasizing the emotional impact of each biography and creating a sense of continuity throughout the film.

Joseph Young

7/10

The incorporation of the 'Bird List Song' and its transformation into 'Hands 2 Take' by the Flying Lizards showcases the versatility and creativity of the soundtrack. The reimagining of the music adds a modern and experimental twist, perfectly complementing the avant-garde style of Peter Greenaway's filmography.

Laura Harris

8/10

The soundtrack of The Falls truly captures the mysterious and otherworldly atmosphere of the film's premise, with haunting melodies and ethereal instrumentation that immerse the viewer in the post-apocalyptic setting created by the Violent Unknown Event.

Daniel Moore

7/10

Michael Nyman's music enhances the storytelling in a unique and captivating way, adding depth and emotion to the ninety-two biographies presented throughout the film. The use of unconventional sounds and melodies reflects the strange new languages spoken by the victims, creating a sense of unease and wonder.

Mary Campbell

1/10

The soundtrack of The Falls felt repetitive and monotonous, lacking variety in musical themes to match the complexity of the storyline and the diverse biographies of the victims affected by the V.U.E.

Kenneth Turner

2/10

I found the use of the 'Bird List Song' in different forms throughout the film to be distracting and disjointed, taking away from the immersion in the narrative and instead creating a jarring experience for the viewers.

Kimberly Jackson

3/10

While Michael Nyman's compositions are usually praised for their emotional depth and resonance, I felt that the soundtrack of The Falls failed to evoke the necessary emotional connection with the characters and their experiences, leaving the audience feeling detached and unengaged.

Sarah Gonzalez

6/10

Michael Nyman's score for The Falls is a masterful blend of avant-garde and classical elements, adding depth and complexity to the narrative. The recurring motif of the 'Bird List Song' ties in beautifully with the theme of bird responsibility and adds a layer of symbolism to the story.

Mark Green

6/10

The soundtrack of The Falls is haunting and atmospheric, perfectly capturing the mysterious and otherworldly nature of the V.U.E. The use of unconventional instruments and melodies creates a sense of unease and intrigue throughout the film.

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