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Rating:  -
Besides enjoying the movie, I especially liked the track with the first love scene of Sonny (Colin Farrell) and Isabella (Gong Li). I would replay my DVD just to hear that fabulous song ("Shape of Things to Come" by Audioslave on "Revelations" CD). That song intensified the episode and enhanced the film. Omitting that track is similar to watching the DVD of the Ben-Hur procession of chariot riders and, after listening to the CD, feeling ripped off at not having that music included. I also did not care for the random listing of the tracks which did not follow the screenplay action. Michael Mann has a reputation for wanting close to perfection in his projects. He produced this CD; he could have done a better job.
Rating:  -
It's funny to read another review write -- "Manzantia "Arranca" (3:52): This is a salsa song. I'm not into it. Sorry. If your [you're] into salsa music you'll probably like it"
because this song was actually the main reason I wanted to get this album, after seeing the song & performance in Michael Mann's excellent movie (presumably by the actual band, but then again, movie magic means that any old band could have been up there lip synching, tho I highly doubt it...)
I really dug this lively song, but having auditioned albums by this band, I soon realised I just wanted the occassional song - not a whole salsa album - in my collection. So, I bought this album. "Manzantia "Arranca" pairs well with "Pennies in my Pocket" which I programe to play next to each other.
The thing about this album, tho, is that - as someone else wrote - it *is* a fine collection of cherry-picked tracks. But in fact, they work extremely well as snippets in the various scenes, but in some cases prove a bit repetetive when listening to them all the way through.
A big exception is the marvellous and long tract "Sweep" -- great stuff! Loved it!! Shades of Leftfield's Leftism.
Michael Mann is best known for creating moods with his visuals. Of course, the music he showcases behind his splendid imagery is an important factor. Mann has a fantastic eye and ear and I love the songs he introduces us to. I also think he is a brilliant filmmaker; you will never be bored in one of his movies.
Even though Miami Vice is a remake of a fairly cheesy TV show, he gives it gravitas with great casting (almost tongue-in-cheek, yet serious at the same time) especially the addition of the "Chinese Meryl Streep" -- the brilliant and stunningly beautiful Gong Li. Too bad she mangles the English language (attempting a Cuban/Floridan accent, as well) because she is a superb actor in her own tongue. Just rent "Raise the Red Lantern" etc etc and you'll see what I mean.
Great compilation, Mr Mann. Thanks.
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While I thought the actual movie tried too hard to come off as moody and stylish without succeeding there were a few songs that were intriguing. I particular liked Patti Labelle's voice on the meaningless lyrics of "One of These Mornings". Once I actually listened to the words I had to laugh. Three sentences repeated over and over but only Patti could make that work. I also enjoyed Emilio Estefan's song and a few others. A lot of soundtracks can stand on their own for musical interest but not this one. You really do need the movie for some and others are just not interesting movie or no movie.
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Very eclectic variety of music. I keep it in my disc changer. Good grooves. Real chill cocktail hour or relaxing rush hour. There are a couple muzak songs in good taste. Good grooves form Moby.
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Awesome soundtrack. Makes me want to see the movie each time I listen to it. Being slightly middle-aged I usually don't like remakes, but the opening track puts Genesis to shame.
Good rock,latin,& love song.
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