Criminal Law (1988 Film) [Soundtrack]

Jerry Goldsmith | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (December 10, 1997)
• Original Release Date: April 28, 1989
• Number of Discs: 1
• Format: Soundtrack
• Label: Varese Sarabande
• ASIN: B000003TDQ
• Also Available in: Vinyl
• Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #462,219 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars On the Disappointing Side, September 13, 1998

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This review is from: Criminal Law (1988 Film) (Audio CD)

As a Numero Uno Jerry Goldsmith fanatic, I was substantially disappointed with this versatile composer's effort for the film CRIMINAL LAW. While he went on to enjoy greater successes with similarly-themed films, such as BASIC INSTINCT, this is one score that sounds like Goldsmith wrote it in his sleep--while in the clutches of a deep fever. Entirely synthesized, the score has no underpinning humanity, save for a few fleeting piano motifs which are far between. Goldsmith also borrows from himself here--there are motifs straight out of LEVIATHAN, a film released in the same year as CRIMINAL LAW, which the composer doesn't even try to cover up. The bottom line: this is a poorly integrated score which doesn't stand by itself at all. Given the capabilities of the artist, it's a disappointment.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Another Goldsmith fan weighs in..., April 15, 2001

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This review is from: Criminal Law (1988 Film) (Audio CD)

I am a Goldsmith fanatic as well, and I have to say, this is a particular favorite of mine. It is a decidedly melencholy score, and takes some getting used to. Not all the tracks stand out for me, but several I consider to be quite brilliant. It is an unusual departure for Goldsmith (in my opinion) and requires several listenings to really adjust to. Whenever I get a new soundtrack CD, I give it some time to "sink in" - because sometimes my first impression is premature, and incorrect. (For instance, I hated "Planet of the Apes" and "The Omen" when I first heard them, now I consider them to be among the best Goldsmith scores ever!) So, I took my time with "Criminal Law", and am glad I did. It definitely grew on me.

You may not find that every track is to your liking. But it is a moving, off-center, melencholy score, and worth having if you are a serious Goldsmith fan