Readers Confess Love for Soundtracks of Films They’ve Never Seen
Many readers have a deep appreciation for the music in films, even if they have never actually seen the movie itself. Some readers confessed to never having seen the film whose soundtrack they love, while others reported disliking the movie altogether. However, one thing remained consistent – their passion for the music.
One reader, Fran Cameron of Longmeadow, Mass., shared her experience with the soundtrack of “The Harder They Come” (1972). She recalled being just 12 years old when she and her brother decided to use their lunch money to see the R-rated movie about gangsters in Jamaica. The songs from the soundtrack opened the door to world music for her, and even after 50 years, she still doesn’t tire of it.
Another reader, Ferris Kerr of Halifax, Nova Scotia, reminisced about his childhood obsession with the soundtrack of “The Aristocats” (1970). He memorized every catchphrase and tune from the movie, and to this day, the music still holds a special place in his heart.
From “That Thing You Do!” (1996) to “Marie Antoinette” (2006) to “Ben-Hur” (1959), readers shared their stories of how the music from these films has stayed with them throughout the years, despite their feelings towards the actual movies.
Whether it’s the nostalgia of childhood memories or the emotional connection to a loved one, the power of a film soundtrack can transcend the screen and become a soundtrack to our own lives. No matter if they’ve seen the film or not, these readers have found solace, joy, and inspiration in the music that accompanies their favorite movies.
