• Trading Places (1983) Soundtrack OST •

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Synopsis

Louis Winthorpe is a businessman who works for commodities brokerage firm of Duke and Duke owned by the brothers Mortimer and Randolph Duke.

Now they bicker over the most trivial of matters and what they are bickering about is whether it's a person's environment or heredity that determines how well they will do in life.

When Winthorpe bumps into Billy Ray Valentine, a street hustler and assumes he is trying to rob him, he has him arrested.

Upon seeing how different the two men are, the brothers decide to make a wager as to what would happen if Winthorpe loses his job, his home and is shunned by everyone he knows and if Valentine was given Winthorpe's job.

So they proceed to have Winthorpe arrested and to be placed in a compromising position in front of his girlfriend.

So all he has to rely on is the hooker who was hired to ruin him.

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Play	Title	Artist
	Trading Places
	OVERTURE, MARRIAGE OF FIGARO	Elmer Bernstein: By wolfgang amadeus mozart conducted
	ANDANTE CANTABILE	Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: From k-465 Murray Adler: Performer
	OUT OF THE SHEETS-INTO THE STREETS
	DO YOU WANNA FUNK	Sylvester: Performer
	THE LOUIS WINTHORPE III BLUES	Michael Lang: Performer
	JINGLE BELL ROCK	Brenda Lee: Performer
	Out of the Sheets-Intho the Streets	David Williams: Performer David Williams: Writer
	The Big Waltz	Lyn Murray:
	The Loco-Motion	Little Eva: Performer
	Get a Job	The Silhouettes: Performer The Silhouettes: Writer
	Pomp and Circumstance March op.39 No.1	Edward Elgar: (uncredited)
	Oralee Cookies	Nicholas Guest: Performer
	Main Title	Elmer Bernstein: Performer
	Your Breakfast Sir / Good Morning! / Dukes	Elmer Bernstein: Performer
	The Club / Bump	Elmer Bernstein: Performer
	Wager	Elmer Bernstein: Performer
	Moving Out / Plots	Elmer Bernstein: Performer
	Philly / Ploy	Elmer Bernstein: Performer
	Discovery / Bed	Elmer Bernstein: Performer
	Revelation / The Goods / Train	Elmer Bernstein: Performer
	Heroes	Elmer Bernstein: Performer
	Kicking Ass / Cards	Elmer Bernstein: Performer
	SOURCE CUES: Dessert	Elmer Bernstein: Performer
	SOURCE CUES: Louis Winthorpe III Blues	Elmer Bernstein: Performer
	SOURCE CUES: Jamaican Bye-Bye	Elmer Bernstein: Performer
	SOURCE CUES: Andante Cantabile	Elmer Bernstein: Performer
	SOURCE CUES: Jingle Bells	Elmer Bernstein: Performer
	SOURCE CUES: Joy to the World	Elmer Bernstein: Performer
	SOURCE CUES: Silent Night	Elmer Bernstein: Performer
	SOURCE CUES: God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen	Elmer Bernstein: Performer
	SOURCE CUES: O Little Town of Bethlehem	Elmer Bernstein: Performer
	SOURCE CUES: God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen (slower version)	Elmer Bernstein: Performer
	BONUS CUES: Good Morning! (alternate)	Elmer Bernstein: Performer
	BONUS CUES: Bump (alternate)	Elmer Bernstein: Performer
	BONUS CUES: Ploy (alternate)	Elmer Bernstein: Performer
	BONUS CUES: Ploy (alternate 2)	Elmer Bernstein: Performer
	BONUS CUES: Train (promotional LP version)	Elmer Bernstein: Performer
	BONUS CUES: Kicking Ass / Cards (alternate)	Elmer Bernstein: Performer

User reviews

Steven Thompson

1/10

The repetitive use of certain musical motifs in Trading Places becomes tiresome and predictable, diminishing the impact of key scenes and failing to build tension or highlight character development effectively. The lack of variety and originality in the soundtrack hinders the film's ability to engage the audience on a deeper level.

Jennifer King

5/10

The soundtrack skillfully mirrors the characters' development throughout the film, from Winthorpe's initial arrogance to Valentine's eventual redemption.

Timothy Walker

3/10

The composition choices in the soundtrack of Trading Places feel disconnected from the era and setting of the film, making it difficult for the audience to fully immerse themselves in the narrative. The music often feels out of place and distracting, detracting from the overall cohesiveness of the movie.

Brian Garcia

9/10

Overall, the soundtrack of Trading Places is a masterful blend of genres and styles that elevates the film to new heights, making it a truly immersive and unforgettable viewing experience.

Melissa Hernandez

6/10

The music enhances the tension and drama as the Duke brothers manipulate Winthorpe's life and set their bet in motion.

Charles Taylor

6/10

The soundtrack's versatility is evident in how it seamlessly transitions between scenes of humor, drama, and suspense.

Joshua King

9/10

The music effortlessly shifts between luxurious, classical pieces to gritty, urban beats, mirroring the juxtaposition of Winthorpe's privileged life and Valentine's streetwise existence.

Robert Davis

5/10

The soundtrack of Trading Places showcases a diverse range of musical styles that reflect the eclectic nature of the characters and their journey.

Dorothy Miller

6/10

The musical cues in the film expertly complement the actors' performances, enhancing the overall storytelling.

David Walker

6/10

The jazzy and upbeat tunes in the soundtrack add a layer of sophistication to the film's comedic elements.

Nancy White

5/10

The soundtrack of Trading Places perfectly captures the contrast between the luxurious world of Louis Winthorpe and the gritty streets where Billy Ray Valentine hustles.

Melissa Johnson

10/10

Each track complements the characters' emotional journey, adding depth and resonance to pivotal scenes, such as Winthorpe's fall from grace and Valentine's rise to success.

Betty Johnson

5/10

The choice of songs and score in Trading Places elevates the overall viewing experience and helps to immerse the audience in the story.

David Parker

5/10

Overall, the music in Trading Places is a standout aspect of the film, enhancing its narrative depth and emotional impact.

John Nelson

9/10

The soundtrack of Trading Places perfectly captures the contrasting worlds of Louis Winthorpe and Billy Ray Valentine, enhancing the storytelling with its dynamic and diverse musical choices.

Donna Harris

6/10

The use of music in key moments, such as Winthorpe's fall from grace and Valentine's rise to success, effectively conveys the emotional impact of the story.

Deborah Lopez

3/10

The soundtrack for Trading Places lacks depth and fails to capture the emotional nuances of the characters and their predicaments. The music feels generic and uninspired, missing the opportunity to enhance the storytelling and elevate the viewer's experience.

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