• The Wicker Man (1973) Soundtrack OST •

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On Sunday, April 29, 1973, Sergeant Neil Howie with the West Highland Constabulary flies solo to Summerisle off the coast of Scotland. He is there to follow up on a letter addressed specifically to him from an anonymous source on Summerisle reporting that a twelve year old girl who lives on the island, Rowan Morrison, the daughter of May Morrison, has long been missing. The correspondence includes a photograph of Rowan.

Upon his arrival on Summerisle, Howie finds that the locals are a seemingly simple minded lot who provide little information beyond the fact that they know of no Rowan Morrison and do not know the girl in the photo. Mrs. Morrison admits to having a daughter, seven year old Myrtle, but no Rowan. As Howie speaks to more and more people, he begins to believe that Rowan does or did live on the island, but that the locals are hiding their knowledge of her.

He also begins to see that the locals all have pagan beliefs, their "religion" which centers on procreation as the source of life. That procreation does not necessarily need to be within marriage, and openly flaunts the act of sex, both in private and in public. These beliefs do not sit well against Howie's strict Christian morals, he who regularly attends church, prays, and accepts communion. Everything that happens on the island seems to be dictated by Lord Summerisle, whose ancestors bought the island generations ago.

Howie begins to believe that Rowan was murdered, she a sacrifice by the islanders to their higher power to ensure a bountiful apple crop - the main crop of the island - which did not materialize last season. With May Day approaching, Howie not only tries to find out if Rowan was indeed murdered/sacrificed, which includes trying to locate her body, but if there will be another sacrifice on this important day within the cycle of life.

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Play	Title	Artist
	The Wicker Man
	Overture for the Wicker Man	Angelo Badalamenti: Performer
	Cycling into a Nightmare	Angelo Badalamenti: Performer
	Flight to SummersIsle	Angelo Badalamenti: Performer
	Secret Meeting Note	Angelo Badalamenti: Performer
	The Barn	Angelo Badalamenti: Performer
	The Rose and The Daydream	Angelo Badalamenti: Performer
	Image of Rowen	Angelo Badalamenti: Performer
	Sister SummersIsle	Angelo Badalamenti: Performer
	Kiss of Bees	Angelo Badalamenti: Performer
	Flashback Memories	Angelo Badalamenti: Performer
	Trapped in Water	Angelo Badalamenti: Performer
	Endless Pursuit	Angelo Badalamenti: Performer
	The Confrontation	Angelo Badalamenti: Performer
	The Burning	Angelo Badalamenti: Performer
	SIDE ONE: Corn Rigs	Paul Giovanni: Performer
	The Landlord's Daughter	Paul Giovanni: Performer
	Gently Johnny	Paul Giovanni: Performer
	Maypole	Paul Giovanni: Performer
	Fire Leap	Paul Giovanni: Performer
	The Tinker Of Rye	Paul Giovanni: Performer
	SIDE TWO: Willow's Song	Paul Giovanni: Performer
	Procession	Paul Giovanni: Performer
	Chop Chop	Paul Giovanni: Performer
	Lullaby	Paul Giovanni: Performer
	Festival / Mirie It Is / Sumer Is A-Cumen In	Paul Giovanni: Performer
	Corn Rigs	Paul Giovanni: Performer
	Willow's Song	Paul Giovanni: Performer
	Festival / Mirie It Is / Summer is A-comen In	Paul Giovanni: Performer
	Opening Music / Loving Couples / The Ruined Church	Paul Giovanni: Performer
	Masks / Hobby Horse	Paul Giovanni: Performer
	Searching for Rowan	Paul Giovanni: Performer
	Appointment with the Wicker Man	Paul Giovanni: Performer
	Sunset	Paul Giovanni: Performer

User reviews

Betty Martinez

6/10

The soundtrack's blending of folk and classical elements creates a unique and memorable listening experience that stays with you long after the film ends.

Kenneth Adams

1/10

Overall, I believe that the soundtrack of The Wicker Man fell short of creating a compelling auditory experience that could have heightened the overall impact of the film.

James Carter

6/10

The soundtrack of The Wicker Man sets a haunting and eerie tone that perfectly complements the mysterious atmosphere of the film.

Ashley Moore

6/10

The musical cues are well-timed and heighten the suspense and drama of key scenes, keeping viewers on the edge of their seats.

Steven Garcia

6/10

The soundtrack expertly captures the sense of isolation and otherness that pervades the film, drawing the audience into the strange world of the islanders.

John Carter

10/10

The musical score of The Wicker Man expertly mirrors the psychological journey of Sergeant Neil Howie as he delves deeper into the strange and disturbing world of the island of Summerisle. The shift from melodic and serene tunes to dissonant and chaotic sounds parallels Howie's descent into a nightmarish reality where his beliefs and morals are challenged at every turn.

Lisa Jones

5/10

The use of traditional folk music in the soundtrack adds an authentic and sinister feel to the story, enhancing the sense of unease throughout.

Anthony Thompson

3/10

I found the soundtrack of The Wicker Man to be disappointing and unmemorable. The music failed to enhance the suspense and tension of the film, leaving me feeling disconnected from the storyline.

Kimberly Roberts

6/10

The haunting vocal performances on certain tracks add an ethereal quality that enhances the sense of mystique and ritualistic nature of the island's ceremonies.

Paul Martin

1/10

The score lacked depth and failed to evoke any emotional response from me as a viewer. It felt repetitive and lacked originality, failing to capture the eerie and mysterious atmosphere of the island of Summerisle.

James Miller

5/10

The musical score effectively conveys the clash between Sergeant Howie's Christian beliefs and the pagan rituals of the islanders, creating a sense of tension and conflict.

Mark Hernandez

6/10

Overall, the soundtrack of The Wicker Man is a masterful work that enhances the storytelling and atmosphere of the film, making it a truly immersive and chilling experience.

Kenneth Young

9/10

The soundtrack of The Wicker Man is a haunting and atmospheric masterpiece that perfectly captures the eerie and mysterious setting of the film. The use of traditional folk music mixed with unsettling and discordant tones creates a sense of unease and tension that enhances the viewing experience.