The Hateful Eight
The Hateful Eight
Label: Decca
Released: 2015
Barcode: 602547694898
Country: US
Product Type: CD (Used)
Score or Soundtrack: Soundtrack
Composer: Ennio Morricone
The Hateful Eight is a 2015 American western thriller film written and directed by Quentin Tarantino. Set in the aftermath of the American Civil War, the story unfolds primarily in a secluded stagecoach stopover called Minnie's Haberdashery during a severe blizzard. The plot centers around a group of eight strangers, including bounty hunter John "The Hangman" Ruth (Kurt Russell), his fugitive prisoner Daisy Domergue (Jennifer Jason Leigh), and former Union Major Marquis Warren (Samuel L. Jackson). As the night progresses, tensions rise and secrets unravel, leading to a brutal and suspenseful standoff. Known for its sharp dialogue, intricate storytelling, and characteristic Tarantino style, the film blends dark humor with graphic violence and social commentary, exploring themes of justice, betrayal, and survival. The movie's ensemble cast delivers powerful performances, making it a gripping and memorable addition to the Western genre.
The soundtrack of The Hateful Eight is notable for its original score composed by the legendary Ennio Morricone, who won an Academy Award for his work on the film. This marked a significant collaboration, as it was the first time Tarantino used an original score instead of a collection of pre-existing tracks. Morricone's music, known for its evocative and atmospheric qualities, perfectly captures the tense and claustrophobic mood of the film. The score includes both haunting orchestral pieces and suspenseful, minimalist compositions, which enhance the movie's eerie and ominous tone. In addition to Morricone's original compositions, the soundtrack also features songs from other artists, such as "Apple Blossom" by The White Stripes and "There Won't Be Many Coming Home" by Roy Orbison, adding a contemporary yet timeless feel. Overall, the soundtrack plays a crucial role in setting the atmosphere and elevating the emotional impact of the film's narrative.
Track Listing
- "L'Ultima Diligenza di Red Rock" - Ennio Morricone
- Overture - Ennio Morricone
- "Major Warren Meet Daisy Domergue" - Jennifer Jason Leigh, Kurt Russell, Samuel L. Jackson
- Narratore Letterario - Ennio Morricone
- Apple Blossom - The White Stripes
- "Frontier Justice" - Tim Roth, Kurt Russell
- "L'Ultima Diligenza di Red Rock" (Alternate Version) - Ennio Morricone
- Neve - Ennio Morricone
- "This Here Is Daisy Domergue" - Kurt Russell, Michael Madsen
- Sei Cavalli - Ennio Morricone
- Raggi di Sole Sulla Montagna - Ennio Morricone
- "Son Of The Bloody N***** Killer Of Baton Rouge" - Samuel L. Jackson, Walton Goggins, Bruce Dern
- Jim Jones At Botany Bay - Jennifer Jason Leigh, Kurt Russell
- Neve (Alternate Version) - Ennio Morricone
- "Uncle Charlie's Stew" - Samuel L. Jackson, Demin Bichir, Walton Goggins
- I Quattro Passeggeri - Ennio Morricone
- La Musica Prima del Massacro - Ennio Morricone
- L'Inferno Bianco (Synth Version) - Ennio Morricone
- The Suggestive Oswaldo Mobray - Tim Roth, Walton Goggins, Kurt Russell
- Now You're All Alone - David Hess
- Sangue e Neve - Ennio Morricone
- L'Inferno Bianco (Ottoni Version) - Ennio Morricone
- Neve (Alternate Version #2) - Ennio Morricone
- Daisy's Speech - Walton Goggins, Jennifer Jason Leigh, Michael Madsen
- La Lettera di Lincoln (Instrumental) - Ennio Morricone
- La Lettera di Lincoln (With Dialogue) - Ennio Morricone, Walton Goggins
- There Won't Be Many Coming Home - Roy Orbison
- La Puntura Della Morte - Ennio Morricone
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