West of Memphis Soundtrack (

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Rating: 7.90/10 from 11000 votes
Tags: alford plea
Alternate Names:
Title in Español:

West of Memphis
Title in Italiano:

West of Memphis
Title in Português:

A Oeste de Memphis

Synopsis

West of Memphis is a documentary film that tells the story of three teenagers who were wrongfully convicted of murder in West Memphis, Arkansas in 1993.

The film follows the case of Damien Echols, Jason Baldwin, and Jessie Misskelley, who became known as the West Memphis Three. They were accused of killing three young boys in a supposed satanic ritual.

Despite a lack of physical evidence linking them to the crime, the three teenagers were convicted and sentenced to life in prison.

Over the years, new evidence emerged that pointed to the innocence of the West Memphis Three. The film explores the efforts of their supporters, including celebrities like Johnny Depp and Eddie Vedder, to bring attention to the case and secure their release.

After spending 18 years in prison, the West Memphis Three were finally released in 2011 after entering an Alford plea, which allowed them to maintain their innocence while acknowledging that there was enough evidence for a conviction.

West of Memphis sheds light on the flaws in the justice system that led to the wrongful conviction of these three teenagers and the impact it had on their lives.

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West of Memphis
The Times They Are a-Changin'
Bob Dylan: Writer
Eddie Vedder: Performer
Anything Made of Paper
Bill Carter: Writer
Bill Carter: Performer
Damien Echols Death Row Letter Year 9 [Score]
Nick Cave: Writer
Henry Rollins: Performer
Satellite
Eddie Vedder: Writer
Eddie Vedder: Performer
Mother
Roger Waters: Writer
Natalie Maines: Performer
The Jean Genie
David Bowie: Writer
Little Lion Man
Mumford & Sons: Writer
You're So Vain
Marilyn Manson: Performer
Carly Simon: Writer
West of Memphis Score Suite
Nick Cave: Writer
1994
Nick Cave: Writer
Investigation
Nick Cave: Writer
DFW
Citizen Cope: Performer
Vincent Di Maio
Nick Cave: Writer
Eyewitness
Nick Cave: Writer
Groundswell
Nick Cave: Writer
Ring them Bells
Bob Dylan: Writer
Alford Plea
Nick Cave: Writer
Scene of the Crime
Nick Cave: Writer
Dumpster World [Live]
Band of Horses: Performer
House of Pain
Taime Downe: Writer
The Interview
Road to Nowhere
Wing
Damien Echols Death Row Letter Year 16 [Score]
Arkansas Supreme Court Decision
West of Memphis
Nick Cave: Performer
West Memphis 3
Nick Cave: Performer
Damien Echols Death Row Letter Year 9 (Henry Rollins, feat. Nick Cave & Warren Ellis original score)
Nick Cave: Performer
Mother (Natalie Maines)
Nick Cave: Performer
Joy (Lucinda Williams)
Nick Cave: Performer
The Jean Genie (Camp Freddy)
Nick Cave: Performer
Little Lion Man (Tonto's Giant Nuts feat. Johnny Depp & Bruce Witkin)
Nick Cave: Performer
You're So Vain (Marilyn Manson)
Nick Cave: Performer
Dumpster World (Live) (Band of Horses)
Nick Cave: Performer
DFW (Citizen Cope)
Nick Cave: Performer
Satellite (Eddie Vedder)
Nick Cave: Performer
Anything Made of Paper (Bill Carter)
Nick Cave: Performer
House of Pain (The White Buffalo)
Nick Cave: Performer
Ring Them Bells (Bob Dylan)
Nick Cave: Performer
West of Memphis Score Suite (Nick Cave & Warren Ellis)
Nick Cave: Performer
Damien Echols Death Row Letter Year 16 (Tonto's Giant Nuts feat. Johnny Depp (feat. Nick Cave & Warren Ellis origina
Nick Cave: Performer
MP3 ONLY: Road to Nowhere (Bill Carter)
Nick Cave: Performer
BONUS TRACK: Wing (Recorded Live at Voices For Justice Benefit Concert - August 28, 2010) (Bonus Track) (Patti Smith)
Nick Cave: Performer
Damien Echols Death Row Letter Year 16 (Tonto's Giant Nuts feat. Johnny Depp (feat. Nick Cave & Warren Ellis origina
Nick Cave: Performer
Little Lion Man (Tonto's Giant Nuts feat. Johnny Depp & Bruce Witkin)
Nick Cave: Performer
You're So Vain (Marilyn Manson)
Nick Cave: Performer
Damien Echols Death Row Letter Year 16 (Tonto's Giant Nuts feat. Johnny Depp (feat. Nick Cave & Warren Ellis or
Nick Cave: Performer

User reviews

Stephanie Turner
2/10

The choice of songs and instrumental pieces did not effectively capture the gravity and complexity of the case, failing to enhance the viewer's connection to the film's narrative and the struggles of Damien Echols, Jason Baldwin, and Jessie Misskelley.

Richard Hill
5/10

The soundtrack of West of Memphis features a diverse range of artists and genres, which adds richness and complexity to the overall listening experience. It showcases the talents of musicians who have contributed their voices to the fight for justice.

Deborah Lee
8/10

The use of music in the film not only amplifies the impact of the narrative but also serves as a powerful tool to convey the injustice and tragedy experienced by Damien Echols, Jason Baldwin, and Jessie Misskelley.

Patricia Walker
8/10

Each track in the soundtrack perfectly captures the mood and tension of the documentary, enhancing the viewer's emotional connection to the story being told.

David Parker
3/10

Overall, the soundtrack felt generic and uninspired, missing the opportunity to elevate the documentary and evoke a stronger emotional response from the audience.

James Allen
5/10

Overall, the music in West of Memphis is a poignant and evocative accompaniment to the heartbreaking true story of injustice and redemption. It elevates the documentary to a higher level of emotional resonance and serves as a reminder of the importance of seeking truth and justice.

Joshua Allen
5/10

The music selection in West of Memphis effectively conveys the sense of injustice and despair that permeates the film. It enhances the viewer's emotional connection to the wrongful conviction of Damien Echols, Jason Baldwin, and Jessie Misskelley.

Robert Hernandez
5/10

The soundtrack of West of Memphis effectively complements the narrative of the documentary, enhancing the storytelling and immersing the audience in the harrowing journey of the West Memphis Three.

Daniel Davis
1/10

I found the soundtrack of West of Memphis to be lacking emotional depth and resonance. The music seemed disconnected from the powerful and heartbreaking story of the wrongful conviction of the West Memphis Three.

Timothy Martinez
8/10

The soundtrack of West of Memphis is a haunting and emotionally powerful accompaniment to the heartbreaking story of the wrongful conviction of the West Memphis Three.

Betty Baker
6/10

The use of music in West of Memphis helps to establish the atmosphere of tension and mystery surrounding the case of the West Memphis Three. It creates a sense of unease and uncertainty that lingers throughout the documentary.

Michelle Williams
6/10

The soundtrack of West of Memphis perfectly captures the haunting and somber tone of the documentary. Each track adds depth and emotion to the tragic story of the West Memphis Three.

Joshua Green
6/10

The emotional impact of the music in West of Memphis cannot be overstated. It serves as a powerful tool in conveying the pain and suffering endured by the wrongfully convicted teenagers and their families.