Rating  - From the Earth to the Stars and Back
With the release of WALL*E, Pixar still remains king of the animation universe. The film itself is full of vivid images, warm emotion, and enduring actions. When it comes to animated films, what is actually seen on screen is usually what stands out most to people. However, great movies (and all of Pixar's pictures are great movies) also have elements in them that many people don't notice but are also key in the film's success. An example of this is the music. In a Pixar picture, the music is just as important as the story that is told and the visuals that are seen on the screen. Most people may not realize this, but in addition to all the awards for visuals and animation, Pixar films have also been nominated for many "Best Song" Oscars. The soundtrack to WALL*E continues this winning musical combination.
WALL*E is one of the best films of 2008. I was moved by the film and was also touched by its musical soundtrack and score. I enjoy all of the vocal selections on the album, including Louis Armstrong's rendition of "La Vie en Rose". My favorite instrumental selections include the following:
#3 "WALL*E"
#5 "Eve"
#11 "First Date"
#29 "Rogue Robots"
From the opening song, "Put on Your Sunday Clothes", that is taken from HELLO, DOLLY! and played at the beginning of the movie to Peter Gabriel's inspiring "Down to Earth" that closes the film with the beginning of the credits, the soundtrack to WALL*E is a musical delight for both fans of the film and people who just enjoy listening to good music.
Rating - Andrew Stanton and Thomas Newman have created a legendary film
OK, so I'm a complete sap. Even as I write this tears are forming. WALL-E is a Disney/Pixar film that will undoubtedly become a legend. I don't know how Andrew Stanton, Thomas Newman and their teams did it, but this is a movie like nothing you have ever seen before. I've heard all the gripes that the film offends overweight people (hey, I'm overweight and it didn't even come close to offensive). Other gripes range from ecological offenses, it's too liberal, and that the film is hypocritical because Disney/Pixar are selling toys that are not biodegradable...the list goes on. People who watch this film and say such things I feel are saying it because 1)They're just plain jealous of the success of Disney/Pixar and most of all they don't get it that 2) THIS IS A LOVE STORY! It's just that simple. I say to those who dislike it for those reasons to please stop looking so deep into this film. Yes, it brings up the fact that we've got to stop trashing our planet, but isn't that a good thing to say?
WALL-E is truly one of the most wonderful, beautiful, touching love stories I have ever seen and not once is the word "love" even mentioned! Matter of fact the first 20 minutes or so there is hardly any dialogue. Wall-E is such an endearing character. He's part E.T., SHORT CIRCUIT,Chaplin and Keaton and pretty much a trash compactor with binoculars for a face. And even though he technically doesn't have one he is ALL heart.
But since this is supposed to be a review of the CD let me just say that if Thomas Newman doesn't get an Oscar (as well as the film itself) then the voters are clearly dismissing this amazing composition which I feel, so far, is the best music Newman has ever written. From the very beginning of the film the music feels mysterious, desolate, lonely yet you get the sense that something pretty incredible is about to happen to our little robot friend and his pet cockroach (who ever thought that a cockroach could be so cute)? Wall-E's theme is Newman being wacky and fun and the rest of the score just soars. There are a few tracks that will have you in tears especially if you've seen this film. I've read a few reviews where people hope that Thomas Newman and Peter Gabriel's song, "Down to Earth" wins the Oscar as well, but if I'm correct I believe that the Academy has a new ruling that songs played over the credits of the film are not eligible for a nomination so I'm afraid they'll lose out in that category.
Please see this movie and please buy this CD and get the DVD when that comes out. WALL-E has now become my favorite film of all time. It's one little robot's breathtaking journey through the galaxy to be with the one who fulfills his life. Don't look for deep meanings. It's simply a film about love and the desire to connect and what's so bad about that? Thank you Messrs. Stanton and Newman and all those people that worked on this film and made it a classic that all ages will enjoy!
Rating  - Thomas Newman does it again
Newman's magical music was perfect for such a wonderful and magical movie. The tracks are short, but there is enough variety to warrant buying the entire album as opposed to a few tracks.
Rating - The Best Pixar Soundtrack--
My son and I bought this soundtrack over a month ago. We have been driving around all over town playing it over and over again. And we never get bored. I don't know why, but I think it has something to do with Thomas Newman's touch. It is unworldly and frankly when you are driving around and you hear certain pieces and look out the window you feel like the music is scoring your life. it is kind of funny. My son is crazy for BNL...and sings it quite loudly! And he loves Put on your Sunday Clothes and even La Vive en Rose....he sings it just like Louis Armstrong... which is amazing since my son is 7.
GEt this soundtrack you won't be disappointed!!!!
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