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"The Punisher"
(score album)
Composed by Carlo Siliotto
Audio Clip: The Punisher
"The Punisher" is a small little wonder from Marvel Films. Filmed on the backbone of the comic book character, Frank Castle, the movie struck a nice note between camp and drama. What makes it even better, though, is the score, which somehow balances a grim world of murder and mayhem and hope for a better future, all in one motif.
While not even given a widespread release, this is a soundtrack that could make a nice addition to one’s collection. Carlo Siliotto is the man behind the music, and his orchestral writing delivers a smooth listening experience.
I’m a big fan of thematic material, both in a written story and within a soundtrack. Siliotto bases his work on a main theme that is beautiful in its simplicity. It does not feature the fanfare of a superhero as we know it, and that is why I may like it so. It takes a different, unconventional turn from the Spidermans and the Batmans of the comic universe. It’s scored seriously, with real world tonality and emotion.
The recurring theme is prevalent within the entire score, and is not overbearing with how it us used. The secondary theme, composed for the villains of the movie, is more or less what is expected of a comic book tapestry of music. It’s naturally dark, a bit over the top, and perfectly placed as it plays off of the main theme.
If you’re up for marches, swift action music, and noisy sound effects, then you ought to avoid this. Instead, here you will find a melodic score, with a few idle moments, but with enough substance to keep you listening. Many times, some scores drift off and become engaged in a long, withdrawn underscore. Siliotto does just enough to avoid that chasm, and brings out a quality effort that makes me hope he may have another opportunity at this Hollywood game soon.
Please note, that the review above focuses in on the score only album, and fans should be attentive enough to avert the rock album that the movie also produced.
1. Punisher
2. Otto Krieg
3. Unusual Resurrection
4. Moving
5. I Can't Believe I'm Home
6. His Whole Family
7. Massacre
8. Death and Resurrection of Frank Castle
9. God's Gonna Sit This One Out
10. Ice Lolly and Meat
11. You're Gonna Help Me
12. Entering the Fort
13. About Your Family/Setting a Trap
14. Bomb for John Saint
15. Good Memories Can Save Your Life
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16. Thugs
17. Torture
18. Elevator and Headache
19. New Family/Joan's Suffering
20. Quentin's Glass Home
21. Killing a Best Friend
22. You Don't Understand...End of a Dark Lady
23. She Took the Train/Punishment
24. Arrow
25. Both of Them
26. Skull
27. Castle's Lonliness
28. Call Me "The Punisher"
29. Jealous One
30. Donna E' Mobile from Rigoletto
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Audio Clip: The Punisher
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