• Total Eclipse (1995) Soundtrack OST •

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Total Eclipse

In 1871, Paul Verlaine (1844-1896), an established poet, invites boy genius Arthur Rimbaud (1854-1891) to live with Paul and his young pregnant wife, Mathiltde, in her father's home in Paris. Rimbaud's uncouth behavior disrupts the household as well as the insular society of French poets, but Verlaine finds the youth invigorating. Stewed in absinthe and resentment, Verlaine abuses Mathiltde; he and Rimbaud become lovers and abandon her. There are reconciliations and partings with Mathiltde and partings and reconciliations with Rimbaud, until an 1873 incident with a pistol sends one of them to prison. Codas dramatize the poets' final meeting and last illnesses.

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Play	Title	Artist
	Total Eclipse
	Arrival	Hank Deckon: Composer
	Sun	Balter Space: Composer
	Memory	T.S. Eliot: Writer Trevor Nunn: Composer Jan A.P. Kaczmarek: Arrangement
	Total Eclipse	Jan A.P. Kaczmarek: Performer Marta Boberska: Soprano vocals

User reviews

Sarah King

5/10

The score complements the cinematography beautifully, enhancing the visual experience of the film.

Mary Baker

8/10

The emotional impact of the music lingers long after the film has ended, leaving a lasting impression on the audience.

Stephanie Miller

6/10

The soundtrack of Total Eclipse effectively captures the turbulent and passionate relationships portrayed in the film.

Amanda Miller

2/10

The choice of music in Total Eclipse often felt out of place and disconnected from the period setting of the film. Instead of enhancing the historical context and evoking the atmosphere of 19th-century Paris, the soundtrack seemed mismatched and jarring, ultimately detracting from the overall viewing experience.

Charles Thomas

6/10

The soundtrack successfully conveys the decadence and darkness of the time period in which the story is set.

Thomas Johnson

6/10

The music underscores the poetic and artistic themes of the film, adding another layer of complexity to the storytelling.

Mark Johnson

5/10

The music enhances the emotional depth of the characters, especially during intense scenes of conflict and despair.

Emily Clark

7/10

The use of classical instruments in the soundtrack creates a sense of elegance and sophistication that mirrors the poetic themes of the film.

Patricia Parker

7/10

The score seamlessly blends with the dialogue and visuals, enhancing the overall cinematic experience.

Deborah Taylor

8/10

The soundtrack features a mix of melancholic ballads and powerful orchestral pieces that complement the different stages of Verlaine and Rimbaud's relationship.

Patricia Campbell

7/10

The soundtrack of Total Eclipse perfectly captures the emotional intensity of the tumultuous relationship between Paul Verlaine and Arthur Rimbaud.

Stephanie Anderson

8/10

Overall, the soundtrack of Total Eclipse is a masterful composition that elevates the film to a higher level of artistic expression.

Paul Nelson

7/10

The music effectively conveys the inner turmoil and conflicting emotions of the main characters, adding layers of complexity to their personalities.

Robert Evans

7/10

The haunting melodies evoke the dark and brooding atmosphere of 19th century Paris, adding depth to the storytelling.

David Williams

3/10

The soundtrack for Total Eclipse failed to capture the emotional intensity and turmoil of the tumultuous relationships depicted in the film. The music felt generic and uninspired, lacking the depth and complexity needed to enhance the dramatic scenes.