Vanity Fair Soundtrack (

Vanity Fair Soundtrack (1987) cover

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Rating: 8.20/10 from 94 votes
Tags: costume drama, family relationships, ambition
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Title in Español:

La fira de les vanitats

Synopsis

Vanity Fair is a novel by William Makepeace Thackeray that follows the lives of two women, Becky Sharp and Amelia Sedley, during the early 19th century in England.

The story explores themes of social climbing, manipulation, and the consequences of ambition. Becky Sharp is a cunning and ambitious woman who uses her wit and charm to climb the social ladder, while Amelia Sedley is a kind and naive woman who struggles to find her place in society.

Vanity Fair is a satirical look at the society of the time, with Thackeray using the characters of Becky and Amelia to critique the values and morals of the upper class. The novel is known for its sharp wit and biting social commentary, making it a classic of English literature.

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Vanity Fair
"She Walks In Beauty" - Sissel
Mychael Danna: Performer
Exchange
Mychael Danna: Performer
Becky and Amelia Leave School
Mychael Danna: Performer
"The Great Adventurer" - Custer LaRue
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Becky Arrives at Queen's Crawley
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Andante
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No Lights After Eleven
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Adagio
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I've Made Up My Mind
Mychael Danna: Performer
Ride to London
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Becky and Rawdon Kiss
Mychael Danna: Performer
Sir Pitt's Marriage Proposal
Mychael Danna: Performer
I Owe You Nothing
Mychael Danna: Performer
Piano for Amelia / Announcement of Battle
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Time to Quit Brussels
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Waterloo Battlefield
Mychael Danna: Performer
Amelia Refuses Dobbin / The Move to Mayfair
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"Now Sleeps the Crimson Petal" - Custer LaRue
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Steyne the Pasha
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"El Salaam" - Hakim
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The Virtue Betrayed
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Rawdon's End
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Dobbin Leaves Amelia
Mychael Danna: Performer
Vanity's Conqueror
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"Gori Re" - Shankar Mahadevan and Richa Sharma
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Being Julia Suite (From "Being Julia")
Mychael Danna: Performer
Life of Pi Suite (From "Life of Pi")
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Shattered Glass Suite (From "Shattered Glass")
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Little Miss Sunshine Suite (From "Little Miss Sunshine")
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Capote Suite (from "Capote")
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Hearts in Atlantis Suite (From "Hearts in Atlantis")
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Moneyball Suite (From "Moneyball")
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Monsoon Wedding (Suite) (From "Monsoon Wedding")
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Where the Truth Lies Suite (From "Where the Truth Lies")
Mychael Danna: Performer
The Ice Storm Suite (From "The Ice Storm") (Live)
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Vanity Fair Suite (From "Vanity Fair")
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Being Julia
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Capote
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Little Miss Sunshine
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Shattered Glass
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Vanity Fair
Mychael Danna: Performer
Where the Truth Lies
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The Ice Storm
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Antissa
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Tikal
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Harappa
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Ulaid
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Ebla
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Nara
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Cuzco
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Nineveh
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Lepcis Magna
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Menouthis
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Estremoz
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Pompeii
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Isfahan
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Becky Arrives at Queen's Crawley
Mychael Danna: Performer
I've Made Up My Mind
Mychael Danna: Performer
Sir Pitt's Marriage Proposal
Mychael Danna: Performer
Rawdon's End
Mychael Danna: Performer
Vanity's Conqueror
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User reviews

Charles Martinez
8/10

The use of period-appropriate instruments and melodies in the soundtrack immerses the audience in the world of the novel, creating a rich and authentic listening experience that complements the themes of social climbing and manipulation explored in Vanity Fair.

Mark Phillips
5/10

The use of orchestral arrangements in the music of Vanity Fair creates a rich and immersive listening experience that complements the novel's themes of social climbing and ambition.

Elizabeth Martin
5/10

The soundtrack of Vanity Fair perfectly captures the essence of the early 19th century England, transporting me to that era with its period-appropriate instrumentation and melodies.

Joseph Parker
2/10

Overall, I was disappointed by the soundtrack of Vanity Fair as it failed to elevate the storytelling and bring the characters to life through music.

Dorothy Martin
5/10

Overall, the music in Vanity Fair elevates the adaptation to a new level, highlighting the emotional depth and societal critiques of the original novel through its powerful compositions.

Mark Young
8/10

The music enhances the storytelling by effectively conveying the contrasting personalities of Becky Sharp and Amelia Sedley through different musical themes and motifs, adding depth and emotion to their characters.

Elizabeth Miller
6/10

The music of Vanity Fair effectively underscores the satire and social commentary present in the novel, adding another layer of complexity to the storytelling.

Mary Williams
5/10

The music in Vanity Fair effectively conveys the contrasting personalities of Becky Sharp and Amelia Sedley, with distinct themes that reflect their characters' traits and struggles.

Donald Lopez
5/10

I appreciate how the soundtrack of Vanity Fair enhances the storytelling, adding depth and emotion to key scenes and character interactions throughout the narrative.

Patricia Phillips
6/10

I find the soundtrack of Vanity Fair to be a memorable and integral part of the overall experience, enhancing my understanding and appreciation of the characters and themes.

Ronald Evans
8/10

The soundtrack of Vanity Fair perfectly captures the essence of the early 19th-century England setting, transporting the listener to a world of social intrigue and ambition.

Michelle Williams
6/10

The soundtrack of Vanity Fair is a testament to the careful attention to detail in capturing the historical setting and atmosphere of the story, making it a standout aspect of the adaptation.

Joshua Roberts
1/10

I found the soundtrack of Vanity Fair to be lacking in depth and emotional resonance. The music failed to capture the essence of the characters and the social complexities portrayed in the novel.

Joshua Thompson
10/10

Each track in the soundtrack beautifully complements the themes of social climbing, manipulation, and ambition portrayed in the novel, enhancing the storytelling and adding depth to the characters of Becky Sharp and Amelia Sedley.

Paul Lewis
10/10

The music in Vanity Fair is not just background noise, but a vital element that enriches the overall experience of diving into Thackeray's world, immersing me in the satire, wit, and social commentary of the upper class society of the time.

Joseph Roberts
10/10

The soundtrack of Vanity Fair perfectly captures the essence of the early 19th century England, transporting me back in time with its elegant and evocative compositions.

Sarah Roberts
4/10

The compositions felt generic and uninspired, lacking the sophistication needed to convey the intricate relationships and societal critiques present in the story. The soundtrack did not enhance the viewing experience or evoke the appropriate mood for the time period and themes explored in the narrative.