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Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban

Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban

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Release Year: 2004
Record Label: Warner Sunset Records
Barcode: 075678371158
Country of Origin: Europe
Type: CD (Pre-owned)
Score or Soundtrack: Score
Composer: John Williams

"Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban," directed by Alfonso Cuarón and released in 2004, is the third installment in the Harry Potter film series, based on J.K. Rowling's novel. The story follows Harry Potter, played by Daniel Radcliffe, during his third year at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. This year, Harry learns that Sirius Black, portrayed by Gary Oldman, a dangerous prisoner who allegedly betrayed his parents, has escaped from Azkaban and is believed to be targeting him.

The film explores darker themes compared to its predecessors, introducing the ominous Dementors and the concept of time travel. With its innovative visual style, mature storytelling, and deeper character development, "The Prisoner of Azkaban" is often lauded as one of the best adaptations in the series. The performances of Radcliffe, Oldman, and the ensemble cast, along with Cuarón's distinctive direction, contribute to a compelling and atmospheric cinematic experience.

The soundtrack for "Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban," composed by John Williams, is a masterful and evocative accompaniment to the film's darker and more complex themes.

Williams introduces new musical motifs while retaining familiar ones from the previous films, effectively bridging the old with the new. Notable tracks include "Double Trouble," which features a children's choir singing Shakespearean verses, adding a haunting and magical tone, and "Buckbeak's Flight," a soaring and exhilarating piece that captures the majestic nature of the hippogriff.

The "A Window to the Past" theme stands out for its melancholic and nostalgic melody, reflecting Harry's connection to his family's history. Williams' use of varied instrumentation and inventive compositions enhances the film's emotional depth and atmospheric tension. The soundtrack not only complements the narrative but also stands alone as a significant achievement in film music, further solidifying Williams' legacy as one of cinema's greatest composers.

Track List

  1. Lumos! (Hedwig's Theme) - 1:43
  2. Aunt Marge's Waltz - 2:15
  3. The Knight Bus - 2:50
  4. Apparition on the Train - 2:15
  5. Double Trouble - 1:38
  6. Buckbeak's Flight - 2:08
  7. A Window to the Past - 3:53
  8. The Whomping Willow and the Snowball Fight - 2:22
  9. Secrets of the Castle - 4:47
  10. The Portrait Gallery - 2:05
  11. Hagrid the Professor - 1:59
  12. Monster Books and Boggarts! - 2:26
  13. Quidditch, Third Year - 3:47
  14. Lupin's Transformation and Chasing Scabbers - 3:01
  15. The Patronus Light - 1:12
  16. The Werewolf Scene - 4:25
  17. Saving Buckbeak - 6:40
  18. Forward to Time Past - 2:34
  19. The Dementors Converge - 3:12
  20. Finale - 3:24
  21. Mischief Managed 

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