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The Omega Man

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The Omega Man is a science fiction thriller based on the 1954 novel "I am Legend" by Richard Matheson.

Set in 1977, two years after biological warfare wiped out the entire world population, except for Robert Neville (Charlton Heston) and a few that have been mutated into light-sensitive flesh-eating psychopathic zombies who are partially blind.

Convinced by their fanatic leader, former news broadcaster Matthias (Anthony Zerbe), that Neville personifies the twin evils of science and militarism.

Neville remains safely barricaded in his elegant, downtown penthouse apartment, where he has hoarded food, liquor and fuel normalcy in spite of the catastrophe around him, Neville patrols the city by day, carrying a machine gun and recording any sign of the mutants' activity in hopes of finding and destroying them.

After another evening of fighting off attacks led by Matthias and his cohort Zachary, Neville searches downtown in hope of tracking them down.

Attempting to suppress his constant anxiety, Neville "shops" in a clothing store and is startled when he sees a young black woman attempting to blend in with the store mannequins.

Neville chases the woman, but she escapes by running into a park. Exhausted, Neville trudges into a bar and hearing a noise, descends into the darkened wine cellar where he is attacked by a group of mutants who take him to Matthias.

Matthias condemns Neville for not being one of his "family" because he is not infected and declares him "obsolete".

Neville maintains that the mutants should organize and attempt to find a cure, but Matthias and the others declare Neville guilty and carry him outside to a cart where he is driven to an area just outside of the stadium.

Lashing Neville to a tree, Matthias exhorts his followers to burn the scientist as the bodies of the the dead were burned after initial contamination.

Suddenly the stadium lights come one, forcing the mutants to collapse in an effort to cover their sensitive eyes and skin.

An unmutated young man appears and cuts Neville free, then guides him away to the tunnels under the stadium where they are joined by the young woman Neville saw in the store.

The woman forces Neville at gunpoint to drive her on a motorbike through the stadium and away from the recovering mutants.

At dawn, the couple arrives at a house at the base of the mountains where Neville is stunned to meet a few healthy children.

The young man joins the group and introduces himself as Dutch and the woman as Lisa.

Dutch tells Neville that he is familiar with his work, as he was a graduate student in biochemistry before the disaster.

After examining the boy, Neville shocks Lisa and Dutch when he reveals that he is immune to the plague due to a vaccination he developed and took just as the war reached its peak.

Heartened when Neville suggests that his blood could be used to make a serum, Dutch and Lisa agrees to let Neville take Richie back to town where Neville has access to laboratories.

That evening, Neville treats Lisa to Dinner, but they are interrupted by a power outage caused Neville's failure to refuel the generators.

While Neville goes to the basement to restore power, Zachary scales the building to the penthouse balcony.

Neville restores the lights and returns in time to kill Zachary just as he is about to attack Lisa.

Neville and Lisa spend the night together and the next morning, Neville notes that Richie's condition is much improved.

Taking Lisa to a laboratory, Neville draws his own blood and sets about making a serum he hopes will work.

Later, Neville goes to the mountains to report Richie's recovery and the serum development to Dutch, who agrees to join Neville and Lisa the following day.

Upon returning to town, Neville finds a note from Richie declaring he has gone to confront the mutants to find out if they are as cynical as Neville.

At dusk, as Lisa returns to the penthouse she runs into a torchlight parade by the mutants and, showing signs of the illness, joins them and lets them in at Neville apartment.

Back at the penthouse, Neville is confronted by Matthias, a dazed Lisa and several mutants who destroy his belongings.

Neville succeeds in breaking free and, using a large knife, threatens Matthias.

Grabbing Lisa, Neville flees outside, but when Matthias calls to Lisa from the balcony, she is confused and breaks away from Neville.

As Neville's machine gun jams, Matthias sees the spear dropped by Zachary and hurls it at Neville, impaling in him in the chest.

The following morning, Dutch arrives with the children and is horrified to find Neville bleeding to death.

Before dying, Neville gives Dutch the serum bottle and urges him to take the collapsed Lisa and the children away to start anew.

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The Omega Man
A Summer Place
Ron Grainer: Performer
The Omega Man
Ron Grainer: Performer
Surprise Party
Ron Grainer: Performer
Needling Neville
Ron Grainer: Performer
Swinging at Neville's
Ron Grainer: Performer
The Spirits Still Linger
Ron Grainer: Performer
Where Did Lisa Go?
Ron Grainer: Performer
'Round Midnight
Ron Grainer: Performer
Jumped by the Family
Ron Grainer: Performer
On the Tumbril
Ron Grainer: Performer
Bad Medicine for Richie
Ron Grainer: Performer
All Through the Night
Ron Grainer: Performer
Zachary Makes His Move
Ron Grainer: Performer
Hope Springs Eternal
Ron Grainer: Performer
Richie on the Roof
Ron Grainer: Performer
Neville Crashes Through
Ron Grainer: Performer
Matthias the Victor
Ron Grainer: Performer
Dutch Takes Over
Ron Grainer: Performer
Theme (1978 Version)
Ron Grainer: Performer
The Omega Man/Where Have All The People Gone
Ron Grainer: Performer
Surprise Party/After The Ball
Ron Grainer: Performer
Needling Neville/The Family Wait
Ron Grainer: Performer
Another Night - Another Day/The Spirits Still Linger
Ron Grainer: Performer
Shopping Mde Easy/Where Did Lisa Go?
Ron Grainer: Performer
Jumped By The Family/The Trial
Ron Grainer: Performer
On The Tumbril/The Getaway
Ron Grainer: Performer
Bad Medicine for Richie/Richie on the Turn
Ron Grainer: Performer
Making Lisa/Cobwebs and Vials/Hope Springs Eternal/Gravestones and Surprises/Lisa Shopping
Ron Grainer: Performer
The Future is Secured/Neville & Dutch/Richie Caught/Lisa Joins The Family/Star Chamber/Neville Finds Richie/Neville
Ron Grainer: Performer
The Trap/Nemesis for Neviile/Matthias The Victor
Ron Grainer: Performer
A Summer Place (Max Steiner)
Ron Grainer: Performer
'Round Midnight (Cootie Williams & Thelonious Monk)
Ron Grainer: Performer
All Through The Night (Cole Porter)
Ron Grainer: Performer

User reviews

Jennifer Hill
6/10

The soundtrack effectively underscores the emotional moments in the film, adding depth to the characters and their relationships.

Kimberly Hall
6/10

The use of percussion and driving rhythms during chase sequences adds a sense of urgency and danger to the scenes.

Timothy Evans
5/10

The soundtrack of The Omega Man adds an eerie and suspenseful atmosphere to the movie, enhancing the post-apocalyptic setting.

Amanda Parker
7/10

The use of different musical motifs throughout the film helps to underscore the emotional journey of the characters, adding depth and complexity to their struggles and relationships. The soundtrack truly enhances the storytelling and immerses the audience in the dystopian setting.

Timothy Williams
6/10

Overall, the soundtrack of The Omega Man is a powerful and integral part of the film, enhancing the storytelling and immersing the audience in the post-apocalyptic world.

George Garcia
7/10

The soundtrack's ability to shift seamlessly between moments of action and moments of introspection is impressive, creating a dynamic listening experience that mirrors the ups and downs of the plot. The music enhances the impact of key scenes and heightens the sense of urgency and danger.

Joseph Perez
8/10

The Omega Man's soundtrack perfectly captures the eerie and suspenseful atmosphere of the post-apocalyptic world depicted in the film. The haunting melodies and intense orchestrations enhance the tension and drama of the storyline.

Steven Young
4/10

The repetitive use of certain musical motifs in the soundtrack became annoying and distracting. Instead of adding depth to the narrative, the music felt like a constant reminder of the lack of creativity in the composition.

Mark Carter
8/10

Overall, The Omega Man's soundtrack is a standout feature of the film, showcasing the talents of the composer in crafting a score that is both evocative and memorable. The music elevates the viewing experience and leaves a lasting impression on the audience.

Matthew Lewis
5/10

The use of intense and dramatic music during action scenes heightens the tension and excitement of the film.

Nancy Garcia
6/10

The incorporation of electronic and experimental sounds gives the soundtrack a futuristic and otherworldly quality that fits well with the science fiction genre.

Betty Smith
7/10

The incorporation of electronic elements in the soundtrack adds a modern and futuristic touch to the overall sound, reflecting the technological advancements and scientific themes present in the film. This blend of traditional orchestral music with electronic elements creates a unique and memorable listening experience.

Joseph Davis
6/10

The haunting melodies and choir vocals in certain tracks create a sense of melancholy and isolation, reflecting the protagonist's loneliness in a world devoid of human life.

Melissa Jones
3/10

The soundtrack of The Omega Man felt out of place and disconnected from the tone of the movie. The music did not enhance the suspense or emotional impact of the scenes, making it difficult to fully engage with the story.

Susan Jones
5/10

The soundtrack's blend of orchestral and electronic elements creates a unique and memorable sonic landscape for the film.

Ashley Green
5/10

The main theme of the soundtrack is both memorable and evocative, capturing the essence of survival and hope in a desolate world.

Charles Phillips
3/10

The choice of instrumentation in the soundtrack felt dated and uninspired, failing to capture the futuristic and apocalyptic setting of the film. The lack of innovation in the musical arrangements made the overall listening experience forgettable and underwhelming.