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When his army unit was ambushed during the first Gulf War, Sergeant Raymond Shaw saved his fellow soldiers just as his commanding officer, then-Captain Ben Marco, was knocked unconscious.

Brokering the incident for political capital, Shaw eventually becomes a vice-presidential nominee, while Marco is haunted by dreams of what happened -- or didn't happen -- in Kuwait.

As Marco (now a Major) investigates, the story begins to unravel, to the point where he questions if it happened at all. Is it possible the entire unit was kidnapped and brainwashed to believe Shaw is a war hero as part of a plot to seize the White House?

Some very powerful people at Manchurian Global corporation appear desperate to stop him from finding out.

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Play	Title	Artist
	The Manchurian Candidate
	Fortunate Son	Wyclef Jean: Performer John Fogerty: Writer
	Armalite Rifle	Gang of Four: Performer
	Survival Plan	Big Youth: Performer
	A Gigantic Raft in the Philippines	It's Immaterial: Performer
	General Davis	The Prats: Performer
	Love's Gonna Get 'cha (Material Love)	KRS-One: Producer KRS-One: Writer
	This City in Darkness
	Let the Sad Out
	This Little Theater
	On a Tall Building
	Invaders of the Heart Mix 2
	When You Go out Walking
	Satellite
	Fight Song
	Love's Gonna Get 'cha (Material Love)	KRS-One: Performer
	Battle Hymn of the Republic	KRS-One: Performer
	Who to Believe	Wyclef Jean: Performer
	Twilight Zone	Bravo Silva: Performer
	Trem Two	Roger Miller: Performer
	Elegie	Gabriel Fauré: Performer
	Astral	Aurelio Valle: Performer
	The Leaves Are Gone	Josh Garza: Performer
	The Difference Between This, That and the Other Thing	Vague Angels: Performer
	New Year's Eve	Peter Bauer: Performer
	Bambalance	On! Air! Library!: Performer
	Film Noir	Savage Republic: Performer
	Kinky Sex Makes the World Go Round	Jello Biafra: Performer
	Better Things	Ray Davies: Performer
	Theme from the Manchurian Candiate (Jazz Version) (David Amram)	David Amram: Performer
	Queen of Diamonds (David Amram)	David Amram: Performer
	John Birch Lurch (David Amram)	David Amram: Performer
	Slightly Manchurian Blues (David Amram)	David Amram: Performer
	Summer Affair/Wiggin' Out in Central Park (David Amram)	David Amram: Performer
	A Night in the Garden (David Amram)	David Amram: Performer
	Theme from the Manchurian Candiate (Main Title)	David Amram: Performer
	Mesopotamian Mambo (David Amram)	David Amram: Performer
	Fortunate Son (Instrumental)" (Wyclef Jean)	David Amram: Performer
	Black Helicopters, Secret Laboratories, Mind Drugs. (Rachel Portman & Wyclef Jean)	David Amram: Performer
	Sergeant Raymond Shaw (Rachel Portman & Wyclef Jean)	David Amram: Performer
	Deep Implant Modification Behavior (Rachel Portman & Wyclef Jean)	David Amram: Performer
	"What If This is All a Dream?" (Rachel Portman & Wyclef Jean)	David Amram: Performer
	"I am the Enemy, Major Marco" (Rachel Portman & Wyclef Jean)	David Amram: Performer
	The Assassin Always Dies (Rachel Portman & Wyclef Jean)	David Amram: Performer
	"There Are Always Casualties of War" (Rachel Portman & Wyclef Jean)	David Amram: Performer
	Fortunate Son (Wyclef Jean)	David Amram: Performer
	First Call	Harry Gregson-Williams: Performer
	Trapped	Harry Gregson-Williams: Performer
	NYPD	Harry Gregson-Williams: Performer
	The Rifle	Harry Gregson-Williams: Performer
	Confession	Harry Gregson-Williams: Performer
	Times Square	Harry Gregson-Williams: Performer
	Stu's Secret	Harry Gregson-Williams: Performer
	Publicist Talk	Harry Gregson-Williams: Performer
	Last Booth in NYC	Harry Gregson-Williams: Performer
	It's Me You Want	Harry Gregson-Williams: Performer
	Center Of Attention	Harry Gregson-Williams: Performer
	Telephone Users	Harry Gregson-Williams: Performer
	Is He Coming Out?	Harry Gregson-Williams: Performer
	Phone vs. Gun	Harry Gregson-Williams: Performer
	Just Say The Word	Harry Gregson-Williams: Performer
	It Could Be Anyone	Harry Gregson-Williams: Performer
	The Spirit Within	Elliot Goldenthal: Performer
	Race To Old New York	Elliot Goldenthal: Performer
	The Phantom Plains	Elliot Goldenthal: Performer
	Code Red	Elliot Goldenthal: Performer
	The Kiss	Elliot Goldenthal: Performer
	Entrada	Elliot Goldenthal: Performer
	Toccata And Dreamscapes	Elliot Goldenthal: Performer
	Music For Dialogues	Elliot Goldenthal: Performer
	Winged Serpent	Elliot Goldenthal: Performer
	Zeus Cannon	Elliot Goldenthal: Performer
	Flight To the Wasteland	Elliot Goldenthal: Performer
	A Child Recalled	Elliot Goldenthal: Performer
	The Eighth Spirit	Elliot Goldenthal: Performer
	Dead Rain	Elliot Goldenthal: Performer
	Blue Light	Elliot Goldenthal: Performer
	Adagio And Transfiguration	Elliot Goldenthal: Performer
	"The Dream Within" - Lara Fabian	Elliot Goldenthal: Performer
	"Spirit dreams inside" - L'Arc-en-Ciel	Elliot Goldenthal: Performer
	Tempest (Lisa Gerrard, Pieter Bourke)	Pieter Bourke: Performer
	Dawn Of The Truth (Lisa Gerrard, Pieter Bourke)	Pieter Bourke: Performer
	Sacrifice (Lisa Gerrard, Pieter Bourke)	Pieter Bourke: Performer
	The Subordinate (Lisa Gerrard, Pieter Bourke)	Pieter Bourke: Performer
	Exile (Lisa Gerrard, Pieter Bourke)	Pieter Bourke: Performer
	The Silencer (Lisa Gerrard, Pieter Bourke)	Pieter Bourke: Performer
	Broken (Lisa Gerrard, Pieter Bourke)	Pieter Bourke: Performer
	Faith (Lisa Gerrard, Pieter Bourke)	Pieter Bourke: Performer
	I'm Alone On This (Graeme Revell)	Pieter Bourke: Performer
	LB In Montana (Graeme Revell)	Pieter Bourke: Performer
	Palladino Montage (Graeme Revell)	Pieter Bourke: Performer
	Iguazu (Gustavo Santaolalla)	Pieter Bourke: Performer
	Liquid Moon (Lisa Gerrard, Pieter Bourke)	Pieter Bourke: Performer
	Rites (Special Edit for the film) (Jan Garbarek)	Pieter Bourke: Performer
	Safe From Harm (Perfecto Mix) (Massive Attack)	Pieter Bourke: Performer
	Meltdown (Lisa Gerrard;Pieter Bourke)	Pieter Bourke: Performer

User reviews

Sarah Adams

1/10

The composition of the film's score feels disjointed and confusing, with abrupt changes in tone that detract from the viewing experience. The soundtrack fails to create a cohesive narrative thread, leaving the audience feeling disconnected from the story.

Jennifer Perez

10/10

The use of subtle motifs and leitmotifs in the soundtrack enhances the storytelling, creating a sense of continuity and building suspense throughout the film. The music effectively underscores the emotional journey of the characters, adding depth and complexity to their inner struggles and moral dilemmas.

Betty Clark

8/10

The musical cues are expertly timed to heighten key moments of drama and revelation, enhancing the impact of pivotal scenes.

Jennifer Garcia

5/10

Certain tracks in the soundtrack stand out for their emotional depth and resonance, bringing a sense of poignancy to key moments in the story.

Michael Taylor

8/10

The blend of traditional orchestral arrangements with modern electronic elements gives the score a unique and contemporary feel.

Joseph Clark

6/10

The use of orchestral arrangements in the soundtrack creates a sense of grandeur and importance, reflecting the high stakes involved in the political thriller.

Dorothy Gonzalez

6/10

Overall, The Manchurian Candidate's soundtrack is a masterful composition that elevates the film to a higher level of cinematic artistry.

Brian Lee

5/10

The music effectively builds suspense and keeps the audience engaged throughout the film, adding depth to the storytelling.

Carol Lee

8/10

The soundtrack's ability to evoke a sense of paranoia and conspiracy mirrors the themes of the movie, deepening its impact on the audience.

Anthony Martin

7/10

Overall, the score of The Manchurian Candidate is a masterful work of film composition that elevates the storytelling and adds an extra layer of depth to the narrative.

Charles Phillips

7/10

The orchestral score perfectly captures the tension and suspense of The Manchurian Candidate, enhancing the overall atmosphere of the film.

Sarah Wright

7/10

The haunting themes and motifs linger long after the film ends, leaving a lasting impression on the viewer.

David Garcia

5/10

The dynamic range of the music, from quiet moments of introspection to intense action sequences, showcases the versatility of the composer and enhances the overall pacing of the film.

Joshua Roberts

9/10

The haunting and atmospheric score of The Manchurian Candidate perfectly captures the psychological tension and mystery of the film. From the eerie strings to the pulsating percussion, the music immerses you in the dark and twisted world of political intrigue and manipulation.

Michael Baker

8/10

The music seamlessly transitions between moments of quiet introspection and intense action sequences, showcasing its versatility.

Susan Martinez

6/10

The Manchurian Candidate's soundtrack perfectly captures the tension and mystery of the film's plot, enhancing the overall viewing experience.

Laura Smith

4/10

The use of repetitive motifs in the soundtrack becomes grating and tedious over time, diminishing the impact of key moments in the film. The music feels like an afterthought rather than a vital component of enhancing the suspense and drama of the storyline.

Donald Roberts

6/10

The haunting melodies in certain tracks evoke a sense of unease and paranoia, mirroring the psychological aspects of the storyline.

Emily Garcia

5/10

The soundtrack's subtle use of electronic elements adds a modern touch to the score, complementing the film's themes of technology and manipulation.

Michelle Smith

4/10

The soundtrack of The Manchurian Candidate lacks emotional depth and fails to capture the intensity of the plot. The music feels generic and uninspired, contributing little to the overall atmosphere of the film.