Adventurland is not just an amazing film but it has a brilliant soundtrack.The film is set in the summer of 1987 and obviously the music has to reflect the 80s. The 80s music in the USA was very different to the UK, ours was very techno and full of new romantic bands such as; Spandau Ballet and Duran Duran (this is not a bad thing), where as the american music scene was made up of' 'Arty Punk', such as; Elvis Costello. The Adventureland soundtrack is full of these 'Arty Punk' and 'New Romantic' gems.
My favourite scene is the fireworks scene...
The song used in this scene is ' Don't Dream its Over' by Crowded House, I felt that it was a pleasant suprise when the sing came on. The song really sets the mood of the scene.
If any of you have seen the film yet, let me know what you think about the soundtrack.
Songs to listen to:
Pale Blue Eyes- The Velvet Underground
Don't Dream its Over- Crowded House
Just like Heaven- The Cure
Muze
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