• The Handmaiden (2016) Soundtrack OST •

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Title in Español:

La doncella

Synopsis

1930s Korea under Japanese rule. Doomed to marry her despotic uncle, fragile Japanese heiress Lady Hideko is a triste bird in a gilded cage. But the unprotected aristocrat has already caught the attention of Count Fujiwara, a duplicitous man with a foolproof plan to get his hands on the lady's inheritance. As a result, the unscrupulous lord hires a dexterous young pickpocket to act as the new housekeeper. This way, the count can talk the sad-eyed dame into marrying him instead and put a more sinister plan in motion. However, they are no match for the raven-haired lady's unparalleled beauty. Can mighty love stand in the way of the handmaiden?

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Play	Title	Artist
	The Handmaiden
	The Song at the End of the Century	Kim Tae-ri: Performer
	Old Scars and Fresh Pink Wounds	Tim Ribchester: Performer
	The Saviour Who Came to Tear My Life Apart	Kim Min-hee: Vocals
	Ladies are the Dolls of Maids	Kim Tae-ri: Vocals
	So This was the Scent	Kim Tae-ri: Vocals
	Four Small Silver Balls	Kim Min-hee: Vocals
	The Handmaiden	Yeong-wook Jo: Performer
	Pieces for Harpsichord: Suite in E minor, Tambourin	Jean-Philippe Rameau:
	Clarinet Quintet in A major, K581, 2nd movement, Larghetto	Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: Composer
	The Tree from Mount Fuji	Jo Yeong-wook: Performer
	Old Scars and Fresh Pink Wounds (Tim Ribchester)	Jo Yeong-wook: Performer
	The Duchess Juliette	Jo Yeong-wook: Performer
	My Name is Nam Sookee	Jo Yeong-wook: Performer
	A Western-style Wing Designed by an English Architect	Jo Yeong-wook: Performer
	So This was the Scent (Dialogue Track)	Jo Yeong-wook: Performer
	You are My Baby Miss	Jo Yeong-wook: Performer
	Each Night in Bed I Think of Her Assets	Jo Yeong-wook: Performer
	She's Beautiful, Quite the Charmer	Jo Yeong-wook: Performer
	Spellbindingly Beautiful	Jo Yeong-wook: Performer
	Rope and Mustache	Jo Yeong-wook: Performer
	It was Wrong to Come Here	Jo Yeong-wook: Performer
	Bounds of Knowledge	Jo Yeong-wook: Performer
	Losing Her Heart to a Fake	Jo Yeong-wook: Performer
	Ladies are the Dolls of Maids (Dialogue Track)	Jo Yeong-wook: Performer
	The Sweet Things Within	Jo Yeong-wook: Performer
	Feels Just Fine	Jo Yeong-wook: Performer
	Wedding	Jo Yeong-wook: Performer
	Shall We Play Maid?	Jo Yeong-wook: Performer
	A Week Here... Then Finally!	Jo Yeong-wook: Performer
	Wish I Had Never Been Born	Jo Yeong-wook: Performer
	Let Me Tell You About Our Miss Hideko	Jo Yeong-wook: Performer
	I was Going a Bit Crazy Back Then	Jo Yeong-wook: Performer
	What's with Her?	Jo Yeong-wook: Performer
	Don't You Ever Think of Running	Jo Yeong-wook: Performer
	She's Totally Illiterate	Jo Yeong-wook: Performer
	You Must Be a Natural	Jo Yeong-wook: Performer
	Thousand Woes Under the Blue Sky	Jo Yeong-wook: Performer
	The Saviour Who Came to Tear My Life Apart (Dialogue Track (KIM Min-hee)	Jo Yeong-wook: Performer
	My Tamako, My Sookee	Jo Yeong-wook: Performer
	Fire!	Jo Yeong-wook: Performer
	Three White Cigarettes	Jo Yeong-wook: Performer
	The Greatest Pleasure	Jo Yeong-wook: Performer
	Five Books That I Used to Cherish	Jo Yeong-wook: Performer
	Four Small Silver Balls (Dialogue Track) (KIM Min-hee)	Jo Yeong-wook: Performer
	Sea of Bells	Jo Yeong-wook: Performer
	The Footsteps of My Dear Love (GAIN & MINSEO)	Jo Yeong-wook: Performer
	She's Beautiful, Quite the Charmer	Jo Yeong-wook: Performer
	What's with Her?	Jo Yeong-wook: Performer
	Don't You Ever Think of Running	Jo Yeong-wook: Performer
	She's Totally Illiterate	Jo Yeong-wook: Performer

User reviews

Karen Garcia

4/10

Additionally, I felt that the use of traditional Korean music in the soundtrack was jarring and out of place given the film's setting in 1930s Korea under Japanese rule. The blending of different musical styles seemed forced and did not contribute to the overall atmosphere of the movie. It detracted from the authenticity of the period and took away from the viewer's ability to fully engage with the narrative.

Steven Anderson

9/10

The use of music in The Handmaiden is masterful in creating tension and suspense, keeping the audience on the edge of their seats as the intricate plot unfolds. The soundtrack seamlessly weaves in and out of scenes, heightening the drama and intensifying the emotional impact of key moments in the film.

Matthew Johnson

10/10

The music in The Handmaiden skillfully mirrors the emotional complexity of the characters and the intricate web of deception woven throughout the film. Each note seems to reflect the inner turmoil and hidden desires of the protagonists, adding depth and richness to the storytelling.

Matthew Clark

2/10

The soundtrack of The Handmaiden did not effectively capture the emotional depth and complexity of the characters' relationships. I found the music to be generic and uninspired, failing to enhance the storytelling or create a truly immersive experience for the audience.

Nancy Jackson

5/10

The Handmaiden's soundtrack perfectly captures the tension and sensuality of the film's intricate plot set in 1930s Korea under Japanese rule. The haunting melodies and traditional Korean instruments create an immersive experience that enhances the emotional depth of the characters and their relationships.

Richard Walker

5/10

On the other hand, while the music beautifully accompanies the visuals and themes of the film, at times it feels a bit repetitive and lacks variety. Some tracks blend into the background without leaving a lasting impression, diminishing the overall impact of the soundtrack on the viewer's experience.

Jennifer Lee

10/10

The soundtrack of The Handmaiden perfectly captures the haunting atmosphere of 1930s Korea under Japanese rule. The haunting melodies and traditional Korean instruments transport the listener to a different time and place, enhancing the overall viewing experience.

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