The Ghost and the Darkness Soundtrack (

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Rating: 6.80/10 from 66000 votes
Tags: lion, railway, 1890s, lion attack
Alternate Names:
Title in Español:

Los demonios de la noche
Title in Italiano:

Spiriti nelle tenebre
Title in Português:

Caçadores na Noite

Synopsis

The Ghost and the Darkness is a period adventure drama that follows the story of John Beaumont, the owner of a British railroad firm, who is building a rail line through Uganda. A bridge is needed for the tracks to cross a large river, and engineer John Henry Patterson is called to supervise construction.

Despite a strict deadline set by Beaumont, Patterson is confident that with his guidance, the local laborers will be able to complete the job on time. However, when several workers are killed in a lion attack, Patterson is forced to confront the animal.

After successfully killing one lion, it becomes clear that there are more predators in the jungle. The lion attacks continue, resulting in the deaths of 130 men. Patterson and Beaumont decide to bring in Charles Remmington, an expert hunter, to help deal with the man-eaters.

Charles Remmington understands the nature of the predators and knows how to lure them into his trap. The story unfolds as the men work together to overcome one of man's oldest enemies in the African jungle.

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Play Title Artist
The Ghost and the Darkness
Hamara Haath (Our Hands Unite)
George Acogny: Writer
George Acogny: Producer
Jungal Bahar (The Prey Song)
George Acogny: Writer
George Acogny: Producer
Iye Oyeha
George Acogny: Performer
George Acogny: Produced
Safari Ya Bamba (Journey to Bamba)
George Acogny: Performer
George Acogny: Produced
Terere Obande
George Acogny: Performer
George Acogny: Produced
COMPLETE SCORE: Opening Title (Tall Grass)*
Jerry Goldsmith: Performer
Train To Catch
Jerry Goldsmith: Performer
First Time**
Jerry Goldsmith: Performer
Over There*
Jerry Goldsmith: Performer
One Shot*
Jerry Goldsmith: Performer
The Claws – Revised
Jerry Goldsmith: Performer
Mahina's Death
Jerry Goldsmith: Performer
The Funeral*
Jerry Goldsmith: Performer
The Wall**
Jerry Goldsmith: Performer
Starling's Death
Jerry Goldsmith: Performer
The Lions Reign
Jerry Goldsmith: Performer
Near Miss*
Jerry Goldsmith: Performer
Prepare For Battle**
Jerry Goldsmith: Performer
You've Been Hit**
Jerry Goldsmith: Performer
Preparations – Revised
Jerry Goldsmith: Performer
The Trap
Jerry Goldsmith: Performer
Lions Attack*
Jerry Goldsmith: Performer
The Cave*+
Jerry Goldsmith: Performer
After You*
Jerry Goldsmith: Performer
The Baboon
Jerry Goldsmith: Performer
First Kill
Jerry Goldsmith: Performer
John's Nightmare*
Jerry Goldsmith: Performer
Remington's Death
Jerry Goldsmith: Performer
Final Attack – Revised*
Jerry Goldsmith: Performer
Welcome to Tsavo #2 – Revised**
Jerry Goldsmith: Performer
EXTRAS (UNUSED MIXES & ALTERNATES): Tall Grass
Jerry Goldsmith: Performer
The Claws – Revised*+
Jerry Goldsmith: Performer
The Box Car
Jerry Goldsmith: Performer
Near Miss
Jerry Goldsmith: Performer
Stand Off
Jerry Goldsmith: Performer
Disc Time:
Jerry Goldsmith: Performer
EXTRAS (UNUSED MIXES & ALTERNATES, CONT.): Starling's Death
Jerry Goldsmith: Performer
The Thicket
Jerry Goldsmith: Performer
Preparations
Jerry Goldsmith: Performer
Welcome To Tsavo #2
Jerry Goldsmith: Performer
ORIGINAL 1996 ALBUM: Theme From The Ghost And The Darkness
Jerry Goldsmith: Performer
The Bridge
Jerry Goldsmith: Performer
Catch A Train
Jerry Goldsmith: Performer
Lions Attack
Jerry Goldsmith: Performer
First Time
Jerry Goldsmith: Performer
Lions Reign
Jerry Goldsmith: Performer
Prepare For Battle
Jerry Goldsmith: Performer
Final Attack
Jerry Goldsmith: Performer
Welcome To Tsavo
Jerry Goldsmith: Performer
Hamara Haath (“Our Hands Unite”)
Jerry Goldsmith: Performer
Dueling Chants, Part 1: “Jungal Bahar”
Jerry Goldsmith: Performer
Safari Ya Bamba (“Journey To Bamba”)
Jerry Goldsmith: Performer
Theme From " The Ghost And The Darkness"
Jerry Goldsmith: Performer
Hamara Haath ("Our Hands Unite")
Jerry Goldsmith: Performer
Dueling Chants, Part I : "Jungal Bahar"
Jerry Goldsmith: Performer
Safari Ya Bamba ("Journey To Bamba")
Jerry Goldsmith: Performer
The Lord of the Rings - Fellowship Theme
David Arnold: Performer
Harry Potter
David Arnold: Performer
My Heart Will Go On
David Arnold: Performer
Love Is All Around
David Arnold: Performer
JFK
David Arnold: Performer
Surrender
David Arnold: Performer
Braveheart
David Arnold: Performer
Schindler's List
David Arnold: Performer
The James Bond Theme
David Arnold: Performer
Kissing You
David Arnold: Performer
As Good As It Gets
David Arnold: Performer
Last of the Mohicans
David Arnold: Performer
Robert and Mary
David Arnold: Performer
Streets of Philadelphia
David Arnold: Performer
Nearer My God To Thee
David Arnold: Performer
Star Wars
David Arnold: Performer
Men In Black
David Arnold: Performer
The X-Files
David Arnold: Performer
E.T. - Flying Theme
David Arnold: Performer
Close Encounters
David Arnold: Performer
2001: A Space Odyssey
David Arnold: Performer
Independence Day
David Arnold: Performer
Theme from Mission: Impossible
David Arnold: Performer
Dr. Who
David Arnold: Performer
Beauty and the Beast
David Arnold: Performer
Jurassic Park
David Arnold: Performer
Blade Runner
David Arnold: Performer
The Ghost and the Darkness
David Arnold: Performer
Sleepy Hollow
David Arnold: Performer
The Lord of the Rings - May It Be (Enya)
David Arnold: Performer
Mahina's Death
Jerry Goldsmith: Performer
Starling's Death
Jerry Goldsmith: Performer
You've Been Hit**
Jerry Goldsmith: Performer
John's Nightmare*
Jerry Goldsmith: Performer
Remington's Death
Jerry Goldsmith: Performer
EXTRAS (UNUSED MIXES & ALTERNATES, CONT.): Starling's Death
Jerry Goldsmith: Performer
Schindler's List
David Arnold: Performer

User reviews

Lisa Nelson
10/10

Each track in the soundtrack beautifully complements the scenes in the movie, enhancing the suspense and thrill of the lion attacks while also conveying the bravery and determination of the characters involved.

Patricia Lopez
6/10

The use of African-inspired rhythms and melodies in the soundtrack adds an authentic and immersive element to the movie, transporting the audience to the setting of the African jungle.

Melissa Jones
5/10

The Ghost and the Darkness soundtrack truly captures the tension and suspense of the film, enhancing the thrilling experience of the story.

Timothy King
5/10

The haunting and mysterious tones in certain tracks of the soundtrack perfectly reflect the enigmatic nature of the man-eating lions, adding depth to their portrayal in the story.

David Davis
2/10

Additionally, the score of The Ghost and the Darkness often feels disconnected from the setting and time period of the film. Instead of immersing the audience in the world of colonial Africa, the soundtrack feels out of place and fails to capture the essence of the characters and the environment.

Dorothy White
10/10

The use of traditional African instruments and rhythms adds an authentic touch to the music, immersing me even further into the setting of the film and creating a truly immersive and unforgettable viewing experience.

David Allen
5/10

The orchestral arrangements in the soundtrack beautifully complement the majestic landscapes depicted in the film, creating a powerful and evocative atmosphere.

Donald Moore
4/10

The Ghost and the Darkness has a lackluster and forgettable soundtrack that fails to enhance the tension and drama of the film. The music feels generic and uninspired, missing the opportunity to elevate key moments in the story.

Steven Scott
10/10

The soundtrack of The Ghost and the Darkness truly transports me to the heart of the African jungle, with its powerful and evocative melodies that perfectly capture the tension and danger of the story.

Daniel Adams
6/10

Overall, the soundtrack of The Ghost and the Darkness is a noteworthy aspect of the movie, effectively enhancing the narrative and immersing the audience in the thrilling and dangerous world of the African jungle.

John Smith
5/10

The dynamic range of the music in The Ghost and the Darkness soundtrack mirrors the emotional highs and lows experienced by the characters, enhancing the storytelling aspect of the film.

Donald Turner
5/10

The music in The Ghost and the Darkness effectively builds up the anticipation and fear surrounding the relentless lion attacks, creating a sense of dread and urgency.