Mickey Blue Eyes: Music From The Motion Picture [Soundtrack]

Basil Poledouris | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (August 24, 1999)
• Original Release Date: August 24, 1999
• Number of Discs: 1
• Format: Soundtrack
• Label: Milan Records
• ASIN: B00000JMGM
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #151,617 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

Track Listings

1. Mambo Italiano

2. Luna Mezzo Mare

3. Truckers on Time

4. (I Don't Know Why) But I Do

5. On an Evening in Roma (Sott'er Celo de Roma)

6. Going to Gina

7. Wedding Reception [*]

8. Violino Tzigano

9. Come Di

10. Ricochet

11. Gina Runs from Ambulance

12. Just a Gigolo/I Ain't Got Nobody

13. Johnny's Funeral

14. Your Picture

15. Death Is OK by Me [*]

16. Final Waltz [*]

17. Gina Explains

18. Buona Sera

19. F****** Cookie! [*]

Editorial Reviews

Amazon.com

Like so many mafia films (comedy or otherwise), the soundtrack for Mickey Blue Eyes is filled with lighthearted Italian American pop classics from the vintage days of hi-fi culture. Rosemary Clooney's rambunctious "Mambo Italiano" (which had an earlier soundtrack life as a cut in Big Night) leads things off, and the action doesn't really stop till Louis Prima's "Buono Sera" 40 minutes later. Two vintage R&B cuts from Clarence "Frogman" Henry are welcome curveballs to this disc, as is the awe-inspiring cool of Paolo Conte on "Come Di." As far as sequencing goes, Mickey Blue Eyes is one of those rare soundtracks that doesn't hide the score at the end of the disc--Basil Poledouris's music seasons the entire album. The jazzy orchestrations he contributes fit the kitschy mood of this disc perfectly. The only problem with this soundtrack? We've heard most of these tunes before. --Jason Verlinde

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

13 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Italian-American Spirit In Music Lives On, September 2, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Mickey Blue Eyes: Music From The Motion Picture (Audio CD)

This is a truly great complilation of more of the Italian-American Music. Martin's "evening in roma" has always been a favorite, and I am glad to see it used in this great soundtrack. Unfortunately, the Italian American Music is most used in mob related films. I am proud to be an Italian-American in any case, Viva Italia Ciao !

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Good stuff, June 23, 2001

By A Customer

This review is from: Mickey Blue Eyes: Music From The Motion Picture (Audio CD)

This is a great soundtrack. It fit in perfectly with the slapstick comedy of the movie. Coming from an Italian family I have heard all of these tunes before, however it is nice to get them all on one CD. I recommend this CD as a great conversational piece. For example have it playing in the backround during a diner party, guests will love it. I know mine did.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Pleasant Music, March 29, 2000

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"novakac" (Seattle, WA USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Mickey Blue Eyes: Music From The Motion Picture (Audio CD)

A little too schmoozy for average listening, but add some cards, some good friends, and maybe some alcohol, and it makes for a pleasant evening's listen. Make a habit out of this... and soon you'll all be joining in the chorus. 'I don't know why I love you, but I do!'.