Indiana Jones And The Temple Of Doom: The Original Motion Picture Soundtrack [Soundtrack, Import]

Indiana Jones (Related Recordings), John Williams (Composer) | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (August 24, 1999)
• Original Release Date: May 23, 1984
• Number of Discs: 1
• Format: Soundtrack, Import
• Label: Import [Generic]
• ASIN: B000007QSE
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (43 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #447,533 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

Track Listings

1. Anything Goes

2. Fast Streets Of Shanghai

3. Nocturnal Activities

4. Short Round's Theme

5. Children In Chains

6. Slalom On Mt. Humol

7. The Temple Of Doom

8. Bug Tunnel And Death Trap

9. Slave Children's Crusade

10. The Mine Car Chase

11. Finale And End Credits

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Indiana Jones and the Missing Sountrack, February 28, 2000

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TR Winn (Cambridge, England) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Indiana Jones And The Temple Of Doom: The Original Motion Picture Soundtrack (Audio CD)

The soundtrack to Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom is an invaluable addition to the collection of any fan of John Williams. New and old themes are joined seamlessly in order to produce original and compelling melodies which reflect the action and adventure portrayed in the film. 'Short Rounds Theme' and 'Parade of the Slave Children' are particular highlights whilst the jaunty 'Anything Goes' serves as a great introduction track. Darker aspects of the movie are reflected in the macarbe 'Temple of Doom', a strange yet compelling addition to the soundtrack which demonstrates William's sheer versitality as a composer. However, the soundtrack is not without its faults. It is perhaps the fact that one went through much searching in order to attain a copy that one feels slightly dissapointed with the end result. It only contains about 40-50% of the original score and thus leaves you expecting so much more. Whilst it has its moments it does not, in my opinion, better Raiders of the Lost Ark or The Last Crusade in terms of originality and atmosphere.

It is probably the rarest of Williams scores and is extremely difficult to track down. Currently it only appears to be available on Japanese import. However, there has been discussion over the last few years that an expanded rerelease is imminent following the example set by Raiders of the Lost Ark. Let's hope that such an addition is on its way, for it is sure to give the music the attention it deserves and would greatly enhance a score which at the moment falls short of the full five star rating.

8 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Best of John Williams, February 27, 2000

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Coheteboy (Los Angeles) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Indiana Jones And The Temple Of Doom: The Original Motion Picture Soundtrack (Audio CD)

This is in my opinion, the best Indiana Jones score. The most fun, the most thrilling, and the most intense. This isn't just background music, but great to listen to for the majestic themes and eerie sounds. Shortround's theme is a true delight and is highly contrasted by the haunting chants of the temple of doom. The score is incredibly rich in sound performed by the London Symphony Orchestra. This is definitely one for the collection. Unfortuanetly, this is only about 40 some minutes of music for a 2 hour movie. The high import price might make you think twice, but if the complete version is never released, you won't regret owning this version of the soundtrack. Had there been more music, I would give this a 7.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars One of the greatest Williams scores ever, September 30, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Indiana Jones And The Temple Of Doom: The Original Motion Picture Soundtrack (Audio CD)

The soundtrack to Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom, although pricy (cost me $60), is worth every penny I spent on it. Williams does not fail in creating some of the most heraldic and horrifying themes. This score is scary at times, funny in others, and heroic in general. Definatly a great soundtrack, and is reccommended to EVERYBODY.