• The Sacrifice (1986) Soundtrack OST •

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Alexander is an aging actor and writer who has taken retirement from acting and writing. He is shown to be playfully talking to a little boy he calls as the "Little Man" to whom he describes how his mother and he met. In Alexander's birthday, his family gathers at his cottage in the pastoral lands when the terrifying news that the low-flying jet planes signalled the start of a nuclear war between the superpowers. Alexander's dreams and the real world are somehow shown to have merged into some dreamy scenes which are hauntingly long and uncoordinated.

As the family attempts to cope, Alexander vows to God in his dreams that he would "sacrifice" everything he loves in order to save this world from the catastrophe caused by nuclear weapons. He is met by the queer post-man Otto in his dreams who tells him to seek help of Maria who is supposed to be a witch with powers and only whose love can bring in peace. At the end it appears like Alexander has woken up from his dream and does distinctly similar things he happened to witness in his dreams.

He puts his house on fire and watches it from a distance when his family arrives and puts him into a van that indicates him to be mentally ill and been taken to an asylum. He runs to Maria, the maid for help. At the end "Little Man" is shown to water the dead tree he and Alexander had planted looking up to it waiting for it to bloom someday, while Maria cycles and reaches to see the van once again carrying Alexander, indicating "Little Man" might as well be the child born out of love between Maria and Alexander, not being able to ever confess it to the world might be the guilt that made Alexander "Sacrifice" everything.

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Play	Title	Artist
	The Sacrifice
	Matthäus-Passion: Erbarme Dich	Johann Sebastian Bach: Performer Wolfgang Gönnenwein: Conducted Julia Hamari: Sung

User reviews

Laura Phillips

7/10

The use of music in key moments, such as Alexander's vow to sacrifice everything he loves, adds depth and resonance to the character's inner turmoil and ultimate decision.

Emily Johnson

6/10

The use of dreamy and uncoordinated musical motifs mirrors the blurred lines between reality and fantasy in the narrative of The Sacrifice, creating a sense of disorientation that enhances the storytelling.

Donald Wilson

5/10

The use of minimalist instrumentation in certain tracks of The Sacrifice soundtrack effectively conveys a sense of emptiness and loss, mirroring the desolation felt by the characters in the face of impending catastrophe.

Timothy Carter

5/10

The ethereal and otherworldly quality of the music in The Sacrifice transports the listener to a realm where the boundaries between the conscious and subconscious are blurred, enhancing the film's surreal and introspective themes.

Carol Anderson

8/10

The score skillfully weaves together traditional and experimental elements, creating a unique and immersive auditory experience that stays with the viewer long after the film ends.

Michelle Baker

7/10

Overall, the soundtrack of The Sacrifice is a masterful piece of work that elevates the film to a higher level, evoking a wide range of emotions and leaving a lasting impression on the listener.

Matthew King

6/10

The haunting and melancholic melodies in The Sacrifice soundtrack perfectly capture the eerie atmosphere of the film, adding depth to the emotional journey of the characters.

Richard Rodriguez

5/10

The haunting vocals interspersed throughout the soundtrack of The Sacrifice add a layer of mystique and intrigue, drawing the listener deeper into the complex web of emotions depicted in the film.

Anthony Garcia

6/10

The atmospheric sound design and eerie soundscapes in The Sacrifice soundtrack immerse the audience in a world of uncertainty and despair, emphasizing the fragility of human existence in the face of impending doom.

Amanda Allen

8/10

The soundtrack of The Sacrifice perfectly captures the haunting and dreamlike atmosphere of the film, enhancing the emotional impact of the story.

Carol Baker

5/10

The evocative and emotionally charged themes woven throughout the soundtrack of The Sacrifice resonate with the film's themes of sacrifice, love, and redemption, creating a powerful and immersive listening experience.

Betty Phillips

5/10

The juxtaposition of delicate piano melodies with dissonant strings in the soundtrack of The Sacrifice creates a sense of inner turmoil and conflict, mirroring the protagonist's emotional struggles.

Kenneth Walker

5/10

The subtle use of recurring musical motifs in The Sacrifice soundtrack ties together the film's narrative threads and emotional arcs, creating a cohesive and impactful sonic landscape that lingers long after the credits roll.

Amanda Hernandez

5/10

The soundtrack's ability to convey a sense of impending doom and desperation through its music elevates the tension and suspense of the film, keeping the audience on edge throughout.

Laura Jones

7/10

The music effectively mirrors the merging of dreams and reality in the narrative, creating a sense of disorientation and introspection that draws the audience deeper into the story.

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