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Captain Corelli's Mandolin

Captain Corelli's Mandolin

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Label: Decca
Released: 2001
Barcode: 028946767825
Country: Europe
Product Type: CD (Pre-owned)
Score or Soundtrack: Score
Composer: Stephen Warbeck

"Captain Corelli's Mandolin" is a 2001 romantic war drama film directed by John Madden, adapted from the best-selling novel by Louis de Bernières. The story is set during World War II on the Greek island of Cephalonia and follows the complex love affair between Captain Antonio Corelli, an Italian officer played by Nicolas Cage, and Pelagia, a local Greek woman portrayed by Penélope Cruz. Pelagia is initially engaged to a local fisherman, but as the island falls under Italian occupation, she finds herself drawn to the charming and musically talented Corelli.

The film explores themes of love, war, and cultural clash, capturing the picturesque beauty of the Greek island while also delving into the tragic impact of war on individuals and communities. Despite its lush cinematography and passionate performances, the film received mixed reviews, with some critics feeling it did not fully capture the depth of the novel.

The soundtrack for "Captain Corelli's Mandolin," composed by Stephen Warbeck, is a poignant and melodious accompaniment to the film's narrative. Warbeck, who previously won an Academy Award for his score for "Shakespeare in Love," brings a rich and emotive quality to the music, blending classical orchestration with traditional Greek instruments. The use of the mandolin, Corelli's instrument of choice, is particularly significant, symbolizing both the beauty and sorrow of the story.

The score's standout pieces, such as "Pelagia's Song" and "The Mandolin," encapsulate the romance and heartbreak central to the film's plot. Warbeck's composition enhances the emotional resonance of the film, providing a lyrical backdrop to the unfolding drama and helping to transport the audience to the idyllic yet war-torn island setting. The soundtrack is celebrated for its ability to evoke the cultural essence of Greece while also underscoring the universal themes of love and loss.

Track Listing

  1. Pelagia's Song
  2. The Recruiting Officer
  3. To Albania
  4. Horgota Beach
  5. Albania
  6. The Arrival Of The Italians
  7. La Scala Songs
  8. The Tango
  9. Santa Lucia
  10. The Mandolin
  11. After The Dance
  12. Agii Fanentes
  13. Lemoni
  14. The Guitar
  15. Surrender
  16. On The Jetty
  17. The Battle
  18. Senza Di Te
  19. Escape From The Island
  20. The Aftermath
  21. Iannis' Letter
  22. Ricordo Ancor (Pelagia's Song)
  23. Reunion

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