The Holiday Soundtrack (

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Rating: 6.90/10 from 321000 votes
Tags: kiss, film composer, english countryside, cottage, book editor
Alternate Names:
Title in Español:

The Holiday (Vacaciones)

Title in Italiano:

L'amore non va in vacanza

Title in Português:

O Amor não Tira Férias

Synopsis

Iris is in love with a man who is about to marry another woman. Across the globe, Amanda realizes the man she lives with has been unfaithful. Two women who have never met and live 6000 miles apart, find themselves in the exact same place. They meet online at a home exchange website and impulsively switch homes for the holiday. Iris moves into Amanda's L.A. house in sunny California as Amanda arrives in the snow covered English countryside. Shortly after arriving at their destinations, both women find the last thing either wants or expects: a new romance. Amanda is charmed by Iris' handsome brother Graham and Iris, with inspiration provided by legendary screenwriter Arthur, mends her heart when she meets film composer Miles.

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The Holiday
Last Christmas
George Michael: Writer
Wham!: Performer
It May Be Winter Outside (But in My Heart It's Spring)
Barry White: Writer
Love Unlimited: Performer
Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas
Ralph Blane: Writer
James Taylor: Performer
Best of My Love
Al McKay: Writer
The Emotions: Performer
Winter Wonderland
Felix Bernard: Performer
Richard B. Smith: Lyrics
Darlene Love: Performer
Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree
Mr. Brightside
Toto and Alfredo
Projection for Two
It's a Shame
Are You Gonna Be My Girl
Let Go
Christmas Waltz
Wade in the Water
Flight of the Foo Birds
Moonglow
Got to Be Real
Sha-La-La (Make Me Happy)
Santa Baby
Chariots of Fire
Driving Miss Daisy
Tara Theme
Theme from Jaws
Mrs. Robinson
Raider's March
Just for Now
You Send Me

User reviews

Sarah Williams
2/10

The soundtrack of The Holiday felt uninspired and lacked emotional depth, failing to capture the complexities of the characters' relationships and personal growth.

Deborah Adams
2/10

The score for the film often felt overpowering and intrusive, distracting from the dialogue and emotions of the characters rather than complementing and enriching the storytelling experience.

Brian Hill
2/10

The music did not effectively enhance the romantic scenes between the characters, feeling generic and predictable instead of creating a sense of genuine connection and passion.

Amanda Jackson
8/10

The melodies were so evocative that they transported me to the exact moments of heartbreak, hope, and new beginnings in the film.

Kimberly Smith
8/10

The soundtrack seamlessly blended with the dialogue and visuals, enhancing the overall storytelling experience.

James Clark
5/10

I found the soundtrack of The Holiday to be a perfect match for the romantic and heartwarming storyline. The music beautifully captured the emotions of the characters as they navigated through love, heartbreak, and new beginnings. The melodies were soothing and added depth to the scenes, enhancing the overall viewing experience.

Timothy Perez
8/10

The music beautifully complemented the contrasting settings of sunny California and snowy England, enhancing the atmosphere of each scene.

William Nelson
7/10

The emotion and depth of the soundtrack perfectly captured the journey of love and self-discovery in The Holiday.

Paul Carter
8/10

The use of different instruments and musical motifs for each character added a unique touch to their individual stories, making them even more relatable.

Michael Miller
7/10

Overall, the music in The Holiday was a key element that elevated the film to a whole new level, leaving a lasting impression on me as a viewer.

Thomas Lewis
7/10

The romantic compositions perfectly captured the blossoming relationships in the film, tugging at my heartstrings with every note.

Stephanie Mitchell
7/10

I found myself humming the main theme long after watching the movie, a testament to how memorable and impactful the music was.

James Lewis
6/10

While the soundtrack of The Holiday was pleasant and well-suited to the film's themes, I felt that it could have been more diverse in terms of genres and styles. Some moments in the movie called for a more dynamic and varied musical score, which I believe would have added an extra layer of complexity to the storytelling. Nonetheless, the existing soundtrack did succeed in creating a charming and enchanting atmosphere that complemented the on-screen relationships.

Michelle Roberts
7/10

The orchestration was masterfully done, adding layers of complexity and nuance to the emotional arcs of the characters.

Michael Gonzalez
8/10

The soundtrack of The Holiday felt like a character on its own, enriching the narrative and creating a deep connection with the audience.