• The Ninth Day (2004) Soundtrack OST •

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Rating: 7.10/10 from 1900 votes

Tags: crossing oneself

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In World War II, after a period living hell on earth in the concentration camp of Dachau with other catholic priests, Father Abbé Henri Kremer gets a nine-day leave to return to his home town for his mother's funeral. During this period, the SS Gestapo lieutenant Gebhardt tries to persuade Henri, who was born with a silver spoon and a member of an influential Luxembourgian family, to convince the local bishop to give up resisting to the Germans and write a letter to the Vatican in the name of the Catholic Church of Luxemburg, convincing the Pope to support Hitler and the Nazi regime. The ambivalent Henri questions himself and the bishop what he shall do.

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Play	Title	Artist
	The Ninth Day
	Concerto Grosso No. 1	Alfred Schnittke: Performer
	Cello Concerto No. 1	Alfred Schnittke: Performer Leif Segerstam: Conducted Radiosymfoniorkestret: Performer
	Frauen sind keine Engel	Margot Hielscher: Performer

User reviews

Joseph Robinson

8/10

The orchestral arrangements in the soundtrack are masterfully composed, adding a layer of sophistication and richness to the film's narrative, elevating the overall viewing experience.

Susan Young

6/10

The Ninth Day's soundtrack captures the intense emotional turmoil of the main character, Father Henri Kremer, as he struggles with conflicting loyalties and moral dilemmas. The use of haunting melodies and somber tones effectively conveys the weight of his decisions and the oppressive atmosphere of World War II.

Steven White

10/10

The soundtrack of The Ninth Day beautifully captures the emotional turmoil and inner conflict experienced by Father Abbé Henri Kremer throughout the film. The haunting melodies and evocative orchestration perfectly convey the weight of his moral dilemma and the intensity of the historical backdrop.

Kimberly Moore

4/10

The use of repetitive motifs in the soundtrack becomes distracting and monotonous, detracting from the overall viewing experience of the film. Instead of adding layers of nuance to the narrative, the music feels like an afterthought and fails to create a sense of immersion in the story's historical setting.

Mary Taylor

10/10

The music in The Ninth Day effectively enhances the tension and suspense of the narrative, creating a sense of unease and urgency that keeps the audience engaged and emotionally invested in Henri's dilemma. The use of subtle motifs and powerful crescendos adds depth and complexity to the storytelling, making the soundtrack a standout element of the film.

Sarah Scott

7/10

The use of haunting melodies and somber tones creates a sense of unease and tension that effectively conveys the oppressive atmosphere of the World War II era and the horrors of the concentration camp experience.

Susan Walker

8/10

The emotional depth of the soundtrack perfectly captures the inner turmoil and moral struggle of Father Abbé Henri Kremer, enhancing the viewer's connection to the character's dilemma.

John Hall

7/10

The soundtrack of The Ninth Day serves as a powerful storytelling tool, effectively conveying the complex themes of faith, morality, and resistance in the face of tyranny, leaving a lasting impact on the audience long after the credits roll.

Sarah Hernandez

7/10

The music seamlessly transitions between moments of introspection and moments of high drama, enhancing the pacing of the film and emphasizing key emotional beats throughout the story.

Charles Lewis

2/10

The soundtrack of The Ninth Day lacks emotional depth and fails to capture the intensity and complexity of the moral dilemmas faced by the characters in the film. The music feels generic and uninspired, missing the opportunity to enhance the storytelling with a more impactful score.

Brian Miller

5/10

On the other hand, some tracks in The Ninth Day's soundtrack feel repetitive and fail to bring new elements to the storytelling. While the overall mood is well-established, a lack of diversity in musical themes can make certain scenes feel monotonous and less engaging for the audience.

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