City Of Angels - Soundtrack

I'm a bit of a snob about the film "City of Angels" - I really can't stand it - which is a shame. I really should like it. I think it is because I was so in love with the film it is based on, "Wings of Desire" that I can't see past it. When I try to be objective and deconstruct the movie in its own right I can't actually name anything wrong with it. It is a beautifully sad tale that should tug at my heartstrings - a lot better than some of the durge Hollywood has come out with. But I still don't like it. The soundtrack, on the other hand? Wow. I can't stop listening to this when I get into the frame of mind. I know this must sound bizarre but ...  Read the complete review

I first saw “City of Angels” way back in 1998 when it was first launched at the cinema and countless times since then, I jump at the chance to see it on terrestrial television whenever it is advertised- as well as on the Sky channels. The music is just so well organised for it, and “in touch,” which slightly conveys that perhaps the artists involved in the project were made to include songs especially for the film. This is not just a story about an Angel clipping his wings to fall in love with this human being. It’s one of those stories that you don’t forget in a hurry – and the music makes the impact of this film much more memorable – much more than the actual black and ...  Read the complete review