Rambo III (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)
Jerry Goldsmith · 1988
76 min · 23 tracks · classical · contemporary classical music
Epic orchestral arrangements blend with Eastern motifs, evoking the intensity of war and the drama of heroism.
Rambo III (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) is an album by Jerry Goldsmith, released in 1988. Epic orchestral arrangements blend with Eastern motifs, evoking the intensity of war and the drama of heroism. The 'Rambo III' soundtrack is notable for its integration of cultural elements that reflect the film's Afghan setting, highlighting Goldsmith's versatility and attention to detail. While not as commercially successful as its predecessors, the score received positive acclaim for its orchestration and thematic depth, influencing future action film soundtracks by blending different musical traditions. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
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What does Rambo III (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) sound like?
Epic orchestral arrangements blend with Eastern motifs, evoking the intensity of war and the drama of heroism. Rooted in classical and contemporary classical music.
What makes Rambo III (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) by Jerry Goldsmith notable?
The 'Rambo III' soundtrack is notable for its integration of cultural elements that reflect the film's Afghan setting, highlighting Goldsmith's versatility and attention to detail. While not as commercially successful as its predecessors, the score received positive acclaim for its orchestration and thematic depth, influencing future action film soundtracks by blending different musical traditions. By 1988, Jerry Goldsmith was an established composer, known for his work on films like 'Star Trek: The Motion Picture' and 'The Omen'. 'Rambo III' followed his Academy Award win for 'The Omen', marking a continued evolution in his cinematic scoring. This soundtrack reflects Goldsmith's ability to fuse diverse musical influences, particularly Middle Eastern sounds, into his orchestral style.
How many songs are on Rambo III (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)?
Rambo III (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) has 23 tracks, running approximately 76 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Another Time 3:57
- 2 Preparations 6:20
- 3 The Money 0:51
- 4 I’m Used To It 1:00
- 5 Pesha War 1:11
- 6 Afganistan 2:37
- 7 Questions 3:37
- 8 Then I’ll Die 3:33
- 9 The Game 2:24
- 10 Flaming Village Standout 4:07
- 11 The Aftermath 2:44
- 12 Night Entry 3:58
- 13 Under And Over 2:55
- 14 Night Flight Standout 6:49
- 15 First Aid 2:46
- 16 The Long Climb 3:24
- 17 Going Down 1:52
- 18 The Cave 3:30
- 19 The Boot 1:53
- 20 You Did It John 1:07
- 21 The Show Down 1:25
- 22 Final Battle Standout 4:50
- 23 I’ll Stay 9:00
Release Date
January 1, 1988
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
76 min 0 sec
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