• The Limits of Control (2009) Soundtrack OST •

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Rating: 6.30/10 from 21000 votes

Tags: matchbox, seville spain, guitar string

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Synopsis

The Limits of Control

A solitary man who does not speak Spanish is an underground courier. Two men who are both thuggish and philosophical send him to Madrid with cryptic instructions.

Over the course of a few days, he receives his instructions from a series of distinctive individuals who provide words of philosophy or of warning and also give him a matchbox with a tiny piece of paper, which he reads then eats, accompanied by espresso served in two cups.

He is quiet, self-contained, focused on his work. He has rules. He encounters and at times transmits a violin, diamonds, a guitar, and a map.

Is he a smuggler? Merely an independent conduit? Or, something else?

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Play	Title	Artist
	The Limits of Control
	Schubert: 2. Adagio [String Quintet in C, D.956]	Franz Schubert: Composer Mstislav Rostropovich: Performer
	Moon Dust	Bill Doggett: Writer Bill Doggett: Performer
	Daft Punk Is Playing at My House	James Murphy: Writer LCD Soundsystem: Performer
	Por Compasión: Malagueñas	Manolo El Sevillano: Performer
	You on the Run	The Black Angels: Writer
	El Que Se Tenga Por Grande	Talegón de Córdoba: Performer Carmen Linares: Performer
	Omens and Portents 1: The Driver	Dylan Carlson: Writer Earth: Performer
	N.L.T.	Sunn O: Writer Sunn O: Performer
	Blood Swamp	Sunn O: Writer Sunn O: Performer
	Intro (Bad Rabbit)	Boris: Performer
	Fuzzy Reactor (Boris with Michio Kurihara)	Boris: Performer
	Saeta (La Macarena)	Boris: Performer
	Sea Green Sea (Bad Rabbit)	Boris: Performer
	Feedbacker (Tloc Edit) (Boris)	Boris: Performer
	Por Compasión: Malaguenas (Manuel el Sevillano)	Boris: Performer
	Farewell (Boris)	Boris: Performer
	N.L.T. (Sunn O))) & Boris)	Boris: Performer
	El Que Se Tenga Por Grande (Carmen Linares)	Boris: Performer
	Dawn (Bad Rabbit)	Boris: Performer
	You On The Run (The Black Angels)	Boris: Performer
	Omens And Portents 1: The Driver (Tloc Edit) (Earth and Bill Frisell)	Boris: Performer
	El Que Se Tenga Por Grande (Talegón de Córdoba & Jorge Rodriguez Padilla)	Boris: Performer
	Blood Swamp (Tloc Edit) (Sunn O))) & Boris)	Boris: Performer
	Schubert 2. Adagio	Boris: Performer
	Daft Punk Is Playing At My House (LCD Soundsystem)	Boris: Performer
	" " (Tloc Edit) (Boris)	Boris: Performer
	Sea Green Sea	Bad Rabbit: Performer
	Dawn	Bad Rabbit: Performer
	Dusk	Bad Rabbit: Performer
	Blue Green Sea	Bad Rabbit: Performer

User reviews

Sarah Jackson

7/10

The use of minimalist instrumentation, such as delicate piano melodies and subtle strings, adds a sense of intrigue and depth to the film's narrative.

Nancy Clark

9/10

Each track in the soundtrack complements the slow-paced narrative of the film, adding layers of tension and suspense to the scenes. The use of unconventional instruments and experimental sounds adds a unique and captivating element to the overall viewing experience, making the soundtrack a standout aspect of the movie.

Melissa Campbell

5/10

The juxtaposition of classical elements with modern electronic sounds creates a unique and captivating sonic landscape that complements the film's visual style.

Anthony Robinson

8/10

Overall, the soundtrack of The Limits of Control is a masterful blend of sound design and musical composition that elevates the film to a higher level of artistry and emotional resonance.

Matthew Brown

5/10

The haunting melodies in the score evoke a sense of mystery and intrigue, keeping the audience engaged throughout the film.

Elizabeth Harris

7/10

The recurring motifs and themes in the music serve to underscore the film's themes of duality, identity, and existential questioning, adding layers of meaning to the viewing experience.

Joshua Martin

9/10

The soundtrack of The Limits of Control perfectly captures the mysterious and enigmatic atmosphere of the film. The ambient and minimalist music creates a sense of unease and intrigue, enhancing the viewer's immersion into the protagonist's enigmatic world.

Daniel Miller

5/10

The atmospheric and minimalist tone of the soundtrack perfectly captures the enigmatic and suspenseful atmosphere of The Limits of Control.

Kenneth King

7/10

The fusion of traditional Spanish guitar elements with modern electronic sounds creates a unique and immersive sonic landscape that draws the listener deeper into the film's enigmatic world.

Ashley Johnson

7/10

The soundtrack's pacing mirrors the deliberate and methodical pace of the protagonist, creating a sense of tension and anticipation that keeps the audience engaged.

Stephanie Nelson

6/10

The use of silence as a musical element in certain scenes effectively builds tension and adds to the overall sense of unease and anticipation.

Susan Wright

5/10

The subtle incorporation of sound effects, such as the clicking of a matchbox or the pouring of espresso, seamlessly blends with the music and enhances the auditory experience.

David Taylor

5/10

The repetitive motifs in the music mirror the protagonist's routine and methodical approach to his work, adding depth to his character development.

Karen Wright

5/10

The soundtrack's pacing mirrors the slow and deliberate pace of the film, allowing for moments of introspection and contemplation.

Kenneth Johnson

7/10

Each musical cue feels carefully crafted to enhance the sense of isolation and introspection experienced by the main character throughout his journey.

Patricia Adams

5/10

The use of traditional Spanish instruments in the soundtrack enhances the film's setting in Madrid and adds a cultural richness to the overall experience.

Joshua Clark

6/10

Overall, the soundtrack of The Limits of Control is a masterful and integral part of the film, enhancing its themes of secrecy, isolation, and existentialism.