(500) Days of Summer

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Label: Sire Records
Release Year: 2009
Barcode: 093624977193
Country: US
Product Type: CD (Pre-owned)
Score or Soundtrack: Soundtrack

"(500) Days of Summer," directed by Marc Webb and released in 2009, is a romantic comedy-drama that uniquely chronicles a relationship in a non-linear fashion. The story follows Tom Hansen, played by Joseph Gordon-Levitt, a greeting card writer and hopeless romantic who falls for his new coworker, Summer Finn, portrayed by Zooey Deschanel. Unlike Tom, Summer does not believe in true love, leading to complications in their relationship. The narrative explores the 500 days of their relationship, jumping back and forth between the highs of new romance and the lows of heartbreak. The film is notable for its realistic portrayal of love and relationships, its witty dialogue, and its charming blend of humor and melancholy. It subverts traditional romantic comedy tropes by presenting a bittersweet and honest look at the complexity of modern relationships.

The soundtrack of "(500) Days of Summer" plays a crucial role in setting the tone and atmosphere of the film. It features a curated selection of indie and alternative music that reflects the characters' personalities and emotional states. Key tracks include "Us" and "Hero" by Regina Spektor, which bookend the film, and "Sweet Disposition" by The Temper Trap, which accompanies a pivotal montage capturing the euphoria of Tom and Summer's relationship. The soundtrack also includes songs from The Smiths, such as "There Is a Light That Never Goes Out," which plays a significant role in bonding Tom and Summer. The music not only enhances the narrative but also serves as a nostalgic and emotional backdrop, resonating with the audience's own experiences of love and heartbreak. The eclectic and well-chosen soundtrack has been praised for its contribution to the film's unique and memorable style.

Track Listing

A Story of Boy Meets Girl
Mychael Danna, Rob Simonsen

Us
Regina Spektor

There Is a Light That Never Goes Out
The Smiths

Bad Kids
Black Lips

Please, Please, Please Let Me Get What I Want
The Smiths

There Goes the Fear
Doves

You Make My Dreams
Hall & Oates

Sweet Disposition
The Temper Trap

Quelqu'un m'a dit
Carla Bruni

Mushaboom
Feist

Hero
Regina Spektor