alexborn007

One of my favs, and possibly composer's best. JsARCLIGHT, unfortunatley I'm not from the Bay Area so I can't say whether or not the show still exists. It sounds interesting though (makes me long for that stuff here in FL). Radio is...unique here.

Yep, I do. Like I mentioned earlier, its mostly a mix of Film scores...but classical has been creeping in more and more lately. Gustav Holst's 'Planets' Suite was really what got me rolling.

The majority of music I listen to are film scores, along with a healthy mix of Classical and Jazz. They all seem to work off of each other. Jerry Goldsmith, or Alan Silvestri are probably my two favs, but there's been a lot of good stuff I've heard lately by older composers like Bernard Hermann and Miklos Rosza.

I've always been an admirer of Arnold. There is a non chalant view he has on life that is both arrogant, and refreshing at the same time. After seeng Davis' rally the other day, I think its almost safe to say Arnold has a startlingly good chance of winning. Predator, Total Recall, and True Lies really strike me as his best films. Terminator is great (2 & 3 included), but the previous three really let him do what he does best. Most of his movies are fun. Dirty, guilty, and wholesome fun. Fav. One Liners: Total Recall: "Consider this our divorce" [said as he stares into his dead wife's eyes] True Lies: "Here is my invitation" [then detonates an entire shed of useless matter and foils a quiet escape] "Let the hooker go, she has nothing to do with it." [As terrorists kidnap both him and his wife] "I'm going to be killing you pretty soon." [after being asked what he plans to do under a truth serum] Predator: "Stick around." [After throwing a machete into a guerilla soldier who must have been spotted by Arnold's set of rear eyes] "Knock knock." [kicks down door and launches a grenade from his M16 into the gut of a man who could be a father] Seems anyone in Predator can become a politician (Blaine, Billy, and now possibly Dutch!)...Mr. Wethers anyone?

After finally reading that synopsis, it is confirmed. Paul Anderson is an abomination to any and all project. Those character descriptions are some of the most cliched nonsense I've read. Gee Paul, I wonder where you got the idea for a female protagonist? Hmmm! I wonder Stan Winston isn't on board either, which sucks.

I am a VERY big fan of collecting film soundtracks. And, this eclectic taste has forced me to buy CDs again . Lately, I've been trying to get some hard to find stuff by Jerry Goldsmith (Gremlins, Alien, etc.). All this roots to my passion for classical and jazz (since a lot of film scores really represent where we are musically as a culture today). Oh, and because most "professional" music is pathetic these days.

Considering how insane the project made Bret Ratner, and the fact that he almost quit directing has ruined my enthusiasm for this. Personally, Christopher Reeve nailed both roles so well that I will loathe any remake of it. Shayamalan is a smart guy, I doubt he'll be suckered into this.

I agree. While I resent the idiocy that was killing off Hicks and Newt, the rest of the movie is extremely enjoyable. Acting is certainly top notch, and returns to the style of the first. I think it was just a tad too bleak. There's a good film trying to break out in there. Maybe the new cut by Fincher will rectify some things.

Now, THAT is the starship Enterprise. Accept no substitutes I'd love to get one of those and give it the battle scars from 'Wrath Of Khan'. Too bad I don't know how lol.

All those features are very very cool. However, I feel robbed of one (although it could still be added). That is, the isolated score for the first film. It lacks a CD release, and the older DVDs featured an ISO score. Here's hoping they add that! PS: This should be available in a trilogy form which omits the fourth film. Just thought I'd drop my critisiscm of the film--excuse me, flick.

I say Hollywood should shut down for aobut five years. No new movies, no new anything...just re-tool the thought process. Because, this is ridiculous. Almost as bad as Brendan Fraser being tapped to play Dirk Benedict's character in the upcoming A-Team movie.

Just watched 'Alien' the other day. It ages quite well. Now, it seems more restrained and psychological when compared to the dreck that most of today's horror movies have become. The excellent score by Jerry Goldsmith, while extremely butchered, adds to its eerie majesty. I can't wait for this release. Screw the other two. Marvel's winning streak could come to a streaking halt.

"To the moon TDK...to the moon." What a lousy outlook for the game. I was a staunt supporter of Battlecry (still am, its a fun little title), but this just doesn't make any sense. They're really trying too hard to impress people. The multiplayer idea is novel...but would have worked better in the Macross saga (20 people duking it out in Valks is quite the tease). Really disappointing

Varese Sarabande Homepage Alright since no one posted to say they wanted to know, I'll just put it up for ya. click on their "Soundtrack Club" button and its the first title listed. Its expected to sell out quickly and know that it WILL NOT be re-printed.

Still the same, obscure member who rarely posts you can't really lose that double O thing.

I just can't get excited. Reloaded was a huge disappointment for me, and I fear this one will take the story even farther from the first film. While overexposed, the first Matrix film was a landmark...and to see the story take the rather generic route it did (take away all the long monologues by old men), was very upsetting for me. I'll still see it, and I'll probably enjoy it more than Reloaded since they hype was unloaded onto that film. I wonder if that's their strategy...? Good visuals as usual though.

Hey, Recently had the chance to hear the entire score from Predator, finally on CD now. Here is my full review. After years of waiting, here it is: Predator- By Alan Silvestri. An interesting score to say the least, its lack of a release really gave it much more attention than it could have seen coming. However, thanks to the folks at Varese Sarabande...here I am, reviewing a legitimate version of this very popular sci-fi score. Utilizing an array of different percussion and electronic effects, Silvestri also employs a full orchestra. This creates some truly pounding and forceful action cues which do not let up in their power or sometimes over bearing style. One of the more recognizible qualities about the score is the militaristic main theme. But! This release does not start out with the 'Main Titles'. In a gesture of true generosity, we are given the Twentieth Century Fox Fanfare by Alfred Newman, arranged by Elliot Goldenthal. This arrangement, from 1992 was used in conjunction with Alien3. Personally, I think it works wonders here. Its the usual fanfare, until towards the end, everything sort of "melts" into a very dissonant and screeching close. Its a perfect segue way into the now famous main titles. The Predator theme is well remembered. Its heavy, and quite militaristic. In terms of quality, its a competant piece and never loses sight of itself. The relentless pace and attention getting synths just are a complete blast to listen to. However, I think Silvestri could have done better. This was two years after 'Back To The Future', so there is a similar sound to this one with his arrangements and playing styles. This is not a good thing considering the differences in tone for each respective film. I enjoy the score immesnely, but the theme he uses just doesn't seem to be that of an invisible alien hunter. Something more spacey and perhaps emphasizing evil would have worked. Or, a less pinched orchestration could have sufficed. However, you could argue that this theme is more for the commandos and the Predator is somewhere in the middle thematically (although the theme is reprised in the sequel). This is more where I go as the soldier's arrival in the beginning is perfectly complimented by the theme. Now, on to the rest of the score. The first few cues are atmospheric and all sort of lead up to the first kill by the Predator. 'Payback Time' is a catchy cue that prepares the men for a raid on a guerilla camp. 'Jungle Trek' gets to use the commando/Predator theme a bit towards the end. But, it all culminates on the eigth track 'The Girl's Escape'. Signifying the first kill of the Predator, the one minute mark begins a sequence of PURE fun and action scoring greatness. The action just moves along seamlessly and works quite well. Although, its put to better use in a recent Batman fan film (IMHO). After the body is gone and the commandos search for it, Blain (Jesse Ventura) is killed. The best action piece on the score takes place for this sequence. 'Blain's Death' is chaos. First, the psychotic breakdown of Mac as he sees the Predator (relentless percussion and brass here). and the men as they lay waste to an entire section of forest. Then, the revelation afterwards that they hit nothing has a more evil and slow pace. 'He's My Friend' uses a very militaristic solo trumpet as Mac says goodbye to his friend Blain. After this, the score kind of degenerates. The following cues are mostly build up and just work in the film. The remaining men set a trap and wait for the Predator (and the accompanying cue gives hope for what's to come). After a failed attempt to stop it, things kick back into high gear and almost return to the style of the first half. A main stand out cue of the second half is 'Battle Preperations'. Going hand in hand with the two warriors preparing for a final showdown, a very suspenseful build up follows to a HUGE finish as Dutch (Schwarzenegger) lets the Predator know its time. A very effective cue in the movie, it loses somehting here, but its still very good. The battle between the two is more of the suspense and action material presented above. All good mind you, just rehashed and tweaked a bit. A favorite moment of mine is the lead in to the mask of the alien being removed. For the End Credits, we get to hear them in a form NOT from a VHS copy. The bootleg originally just used a hissy and poorer quality rip as this cue. Essentially just a reprise of the main theme after the use of the solo trumpet, it works just as well as a close. I'm glad that the quality is better for this release too. The bootleg had good quality, but was over modulated at parts and tampered with the bass. Here, its all in pristine and resonating sound quality. The score itself is one I grew up with so naturally, I'm a bit biased. But, after a few listens, I do see its shortcomings. Silvestri would evolve to using a more dynamic sounding orchestra arrangement and style, but here, its the same sound as his other work from that time. this detracts from the jungle setting which would seem larger, and deep. Still, a great and fun listen, it should be snatched while you can get it as its Silvestri's most requested soundtrack (next to the ill-fated 'Back To The Future' score). Plus, he didn't have the same frenetic energy for the sequel. Here, its all out action scoring bliss! Back To The Future needs to be next...please Varese! Rating- 4 out of 5 (3 if you omitted the theme) There you have it! I highly suggest this disc to Predator and soundtrack fans. BTW, there are only 3,000 copies being printed Let me know if you want the site where its available (can only be bought through the record label).

Hey Guys! New boards look interesting...it'll take some time to get used to it. But Alas, thanks for brigning them back