• Yerma (1998) Soundtrack OST •

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Rating: 6.10/10 from 190 votes

Tags: lorca, sterile woman, woman obsessed with having a child

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Synopsis

Yerma is a married woman who, after two years of trying to get pregnant, sees how all her friends have children except her, feeling frustrated and sad. Although she appreciates her husband, she does not enjoy having sex with him, but accepts him in her attempt to become pregnant. However, she does feel a certain attraction to her friend Victor, with whom she is linked by the rumors, even though she would not be unfaithful to her husband.

Faced with this situation, her husband invites his sisters to live with them so that they can keep an eye on Yerma while he is not at home and thus prevent further rumors that could damage his honor.

Yerma, still very determined to start a family, decides to visit Dolores, a conjurer who could help her conceive, in the middle of the night. Yerma confesses that she prefers to suffer for a child that has to suffer for the child she does not have. Dolores decides to send her a series of prayers, however, before she can return home, she is discovered by her husband and sisters, which leads to a big discussion between her and her husband.

Increasingly out of sorts, she decided to go to the pilgrimage to pray to the saints to have a child. There he meets an old woman he had talked to before and offers to start a new life with her and her son in an attempt to make her happy, but he rejects her.

Finally, she talks to her husband about her desire to be a mother and discovers that her husband does not want to start a family even though it is what she most desires and possessed by despair she kills her husband with her own hands.

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Play	Title	Artist
	Yerma
	God Is Alive Magic Is Afoot
	Ne Me Quitte Pas
	You've Lost That Lovin' Feelin'
	Suzanne
	El Testament d’Amèlia
	Granada
	4 Mazurkas: Adelita (Mazurka)
	El Cant del Ocells
	Recuerdos de la Alhambra
	Valse sentimentale, Op.51, No.6
	Nana
	Whatever Hour You Woke
	Opening Scene from "Swan Lake Suite"
	Unchained Melody
	Suite nº 1 para chelo: Preludio

User reviews

Brian Thomas

9/10

The soundtrack of Yerma beautifully captures the emotional turmoil and inner struggles of the main character as she grapples with the intense desire to become a mother. Each musical piece conveys the depth of Yerma's longing and frustration, creating a poignant and haunting atmosphere that immerses the listener in her emotional journey.

Sarah Scott

6/10

The soundtrack of Yerma skillfully builds tension and suspense, reflecting the escalating despair and ultimately tragic outcome of the story. The music guides the audience through Yerma's emotional journey, from hope and yearning to heartbreak and desperation, culminating in a powerful and devastating climax.

Betty Turner

10/10

The way the soundtrack evolves throughout the play, mirroring Yerma's emotional transformation from hope to despair, is truly captivating. From delicate and melancholic melodies to powerful and dramatic crescendos, the music effectively mirrors the highs and lows of Yerma's emotional journey, creating a deeply moving and immersive experience for the audience.

Steven Robinson

9/10

The use of traditional instruments and folk melodies in the soundtrack of Yerma adds a layer of authenticity and cultural richness to the storytelling. The music not only enhances the setting of the play but also serves as a powerful narrative device, effectively conveying the societal pressures and personal conflicts faced by the characters.

James Phillips

6/10

The music in Yerma effectively conveys the complex relationships and conflicts within the story. The use of different instruments and musical motifs helps to underscore the tension between Yerma, her husband, and her feelings for Victor. The soundtrack adds depth to the narrative and enhances the emotional impact of the characters' interactions.

William Perez

7/10

The soundtrack effectively enhances the storytelling, drawing the audience deeper into Yerma's emotional journey and making her struggles feel even more poignant and relatable.

Timothy Wright

7/10

The music beautifully conveys Yerma's deep longing for motherhood and the frustration she feels as she sees those around her with children while she remains childless.

Laura Adams

5/10

The soundtrack of Yerma captures the deep emotional turmoil and frustration of the main character's struggle to conceive. The haunting melodies and somber tones evoke a sense of longing and desperation that mirrors Yerma's inner turmoil.

Charles Scott

8/10

The use of haunting melodies and evocative instrumentation creates a sense of melancholy and desperation that mirrors Yerma's internal conflict and yearning for a child.