Jumanji: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack [Soundtrack]

James Horner | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (November 21, 1995)
• Original Release Date: November 21, 1995
• Number of Discs: 1
• Format: Soundtrack
• Label: Sony
• ASIN: B000002BDZ
• Also Available in: Audio Cassette  |  MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #255,030 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Well, I'm floored., September 16, 2007

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J. Heyerdahl "Luminous Velocity" (Los Angeles, CA) - See all my reviews
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Absolutely breathtaking. I'm a huge fan of James Horner's work (not to mention many of the classical-modern movie composers like John Williams, Danny Elfman, Howard Shore, and James Newton Howard). This recording definitely ranks at the top of my list. My only wish is that the Jumanji drums had been used more throughout the CD, but make no mistake there are tons of jungle-themed noises and music used. One of the most interesting aspects of this soundtrack is that you have the big-hitter themes found in "Jumanji," "The Hunter," "Rampage Through Town," and "Monsoon" but also exceptionally beautiful, slower melodies found in "A New World," "Alan Parrish, and "End Titles." I highly recommend this if you loved either the movie, James Horner, or both. This CD even does the original chidren's book justice. A wonderful addition to any collection. FYI, you can only buy this CD used now since it is no longer in production and iTunes does not have it. Check out amazon and ebay!

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars If you have a good sound system, this CD will really show it off!, June 3, 2006

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David F. Nolan (Tucson, AZ United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Jumanji: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack (Audio CD)

The "Jumanji" soundtrack music is really great -- one of Horner's best efforts. My only gripe is that many of the segments on the CD are too short. Just as you're really getting into something, it's over! Anyhow, besides being a terrific score, the production quality on the CD is excellent, with great dynamic range and depth. A real "show off your sound system" production!

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Realization, February 25, 2006

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Susan J. Cloherty "madhatter_muso" (Australia) - See all my reviews
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There's a theme in this soundtrack which captures the emotion of suddenly just realizing something... When Allan Parish realizes that his parents are dead, the way james horner wrote that theme captures the emotion perfectly (slow strings playing four successive chords) And now everytime I feel that emotion I can hear the music playing in mind! and for that alone i'm giving this soundtrack 5 stars... well done once again James Horner!