Kill Bill: Volume 1
Kill Bill: Volume 1
Label: Maverick
Released: 2003
Barcode: 093624858829
Country: Europe
Product Type: CD (Pre-owned)
Score or Soundtrack: Soundtrack
"Kill Bill: Volume 1," directed by Quentin Tarantino, features a diverse and eclectic soundtrack that significantly enhances the film's unique style and atmosphere. The soundtrack is a blend of various genres, reflecting Tarantino's signature approach to film music. It includes a mix of existing songs and new compositions, ranging from surf rock to traditional Japanese music, which aligns with the film's blend of Western and Eastern cinematic influences.
The opening track, Nancy Sinatra's "Bang Bang (My Baby Shot Me Down)," sets a tone of revenge and dramatic intensity that runs through the movie. The use of the instrumental track "Twisted Nerve" by Bernard Herrmann, known for its whistling melody, creates an eerie and unforgettable moment in the film. RZA from the Wu-Tang Clan contributed with original tracks, infusing the film with a contemporary edge and connecting to the director's appreciation for hip-hop.
Additionally, the soundtrack includes pieces from the 1970s Japanese film "Lady Snowblood," which Tarantino has cited as an inspiration for "Kill Bill." This includes the song "The Flower of Carnage," echoing the film's themes of vengeance and the journey of its female protagonist. The soundtrack's eclectic nature not only complements the movie's visual style and storytelling but also stands as a unique and influential work in its own right, showcasing Tarantino's knack for memorable musical curation.
Track Listing
Bang Bang
Nancy Sinatra
That Certain Female
Charlie Feathers
The Grand Duel
Luis Bacalov
Twisted Nerve
Bernard Herrmann
Queen Of The Crime Council
Lucy Liu and Julie Dreyfus
Ode To Oren Ishii
The RZA
Run Fay Run
Isaac Hayes
Green Hornet
Al Hirt
Battle Without Honor Or Humanity
Tomoyasu Hotei
Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood
Santa Esmeralda
Woo Hoo
The 5.6.7.8's
Crane/White Lightning
The RZA and Charles Bernstein
The Flower Of Carnage
Meiko Kaji
The Lonely Shepherd
Zamfir
You're My Wicked Life
Dialogue by David Carradine, Julie Dreyfus, and Uma Thurman
Ironside
Quincy Jones
Super 16
Neu!
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