The Housemaid Soundtrack (

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Rating: 6.40/10 from 12000 votes
Tags: power of money, reference to fyodor dostoevsky's the idiot
Alternate Names:
Title in Español:

La criada
Title in Italiano:

The Housemaid
Title in Português:

Hanyo

Synopsis

Mrs. Cho, the majordomo for wealthy young couple Goh Hoon and Goh Hae-ra, dislikes her job. She treats it in a cold, straightforward fashion, while slyly tries to take whatever advantage she can out of the Goh's lavish lifestyle. Because Hae-ra is pregnant with twins - which would be the Goh's second and third children - Mrs. Goh is tasked with hiring a housemaid whose duties largely would be to take care of the Goh's young daughter, Nami, help Hae-ra with the pregnancy, take care of the twins when born, and cook and serve meals. Mrs. Goh hires Lee Eun-yi, a young woman who works at a street food stall. After being ensconced in the job and the household, Eun-yi, who likes the job, succumbs to Hoon's sexual advances, the two who begin an affair directed solely by Hoon, and which results in Eun-yi getting pregnant. All the adult women of the house - Hae-ra, Hae-ra's mother, and Mrs. Goh - end up finding about the affair and the pregnancy. Each of the three has a slightly different reaction to the news, and what they believe they need to do to restore what was the on the surface family harmony. In turn, Hoon and more importantly Eun-yi, have their own responses to what is happening in the house.

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The Housemaid
La Mamma Morta
Maria Callas: Performer
Umberto Giordano: Composer
Beethoven Piano Sonata No. 26 in E-flat major 'Les Adieux', Op. 81a, 'Adagio' (1st Movement)
Beethoven Piano Sonata No. 17 in D- 'The Tempest', Op. 31, No. 2, 'Allegretto' (3rd Movement)

User reviews

Brian Green
5/10

The Housemaid's soundtrack perfectly captures the tension and drama within the storyline, enhancing the emotional depth of each scene.

Elizabeth Clark
6/10

The use of subtle instrumentation and delicate piano solos creates a sense of intimacy and vulnerability, reflecting the inner turmoil of the characters as their secrets unravel.

Betty Parker
5/10

The evocative score expertly underscores key moments of betrayal, desire, and manipulation, heightening the impact of these pivotal scenes.

John Baker
6/10

The haunting melodies and melancholic tones of the music evoke a sense of foreboding and unease, mirroring the complex relationships and power dynamics at play in the film.

Patricia Evans
5/10

Overall, The Housemaid's soundtrack is a powerful and evocative accompaniment to the film, enriching the narrative and heightening the emotional impact of the story.

John Roberts
9/10

The soundtrack of The Housemaid beautifully captures the tension and drama of the storyline, enhancing the emotional depth of the characters' experiences. The haunting melodies and orchestral arrangements perfectly underscore the unfolding complexities within the household, adding a layer of intrigue and suspense to the narrative.

Nancy Rodriguez
5/10

The soundtrack's seamless integration with the visuals enhances the overall viewing experience, drawing viewers deeper into the unfolding drama and emotional turmoil.

Thomas Campbell
9/10

The music in The Housemaid effectively sets the tone for each scene, creating a captivating atmosphere that draws the audience deeper into the story. The use of subtle instrumentation and evocative themes helps to convey the conflicting emotions and hidden desires of the characters, making the soundtrack a vital element in shaping the overall mood and impact of the film.

Patricia Adams
6/10

The contrast between the soft, ethereal tracks and the more intense, dramatic compositions effectively mirrors the shifting moods and escalating tensions throughout the film.

Stephanie Young
5/10

The music effectively conveys the conflicting emotions and moral dilemmas faced by the characters, adding depth and complexity to their motivations and actions.