The Straight Story

Most delightfully presented story of a simple but profound life situation.

This soundtrack to the critically acclaimed movie is an emotional experience, and triggers vivid recollections to the movie, as I can visualize every scene depicted by the music. Yes, this is how soundtracks are supposed to work, but it's especially true for this movie, because the images are powerful, as well as the acting performances. The soundtrack starts with LAURENS, IOWA, a piece that has a Twin Peaks tone to it. My personal favorite is LAURENS WALKING, which I think brings out the whole Midwest/Great Plains feel. Of course, ALVIN'S THEME is great, and has some nice changes to it. The majority of the tracks have acoustic instrumentation, which gives it an organic sound. Overall, this is an essential recording from Lynch staple Angelo Badalamenti. Not to be missed.

Interesting movie even though it is a little slow. However, when you find out that it's a true story, that makes it all the more amazing. The very best part about the movie is the music. That's why I bought this soundtrack. It is amazing. The most peaceful thing you've ever heard. So soothing. I noticed the music when I was watching the movie. I'm glad I bought this. I put it on the CD player at a very low volume when I go to bed. It just lulls you to sleep with such a peaceful, calm feeling. Very de-stressing! I'm so glad I purchased this. I'm going to look for some more music by this same composer.

Please improve your shipping containers. The CD appears to be in OK condition, but the plastic case is cracked in multiple places and one of the little tabs connecting the flip top to the base is broken off. A cardboard mailer with bubble wrap around the CD would work much better than a soft mailer.

Yes, really different! Different, as in, not what I expected from Angelo Badalementi. While sitting in the theater watching the movie, my wife and I were completely overwhelmed as the music engulfed us and took us into the story. As we were sitting there, enjoying the film, we knew immediately that we had to have the soundtrack.Several months have passed since then and we know that we'll always enjoy listening to these wonderful pieces. They bring back the quiet serenity and depth of the film every time. The CD has everything on it that we wished for, and more.Angelo Badalementi used very fine melodic accentuation in this music. For instance, the quiet guitar medley in "Rose's Theme", very simple and yet stirring with emotion. Or the gentle, country or folk style violin strokes in "Laurens Walking". An absolute masterpiece of thematic programming. Thank you, Mr. Badalementi! Keep it up!

Sometimes the music tells the story. The Straight Story is a very well crafted movie. It’s a quiet and subtle movie, with limited dialogue. The film lends itself strongly to the music. I like those films the best! The music is very moving. It defines a love for a sibling. Alvin Straight desires and yearns to be with his brother. The music theme I call the ‘love theme’ truly moves me. Just a guitar, sometimes ‘less’ is ‘more’.

After hearing Mulholland drive, and reviewing it earlier, this is switch to a more peaceful, sunny, world. I love many forms of music and Angelo Badalamenti seems to have the touch for almost anything. This soundtrack is rural America or just plain backroads in its lovely and peaceful soundscape. It is a journey across and through the world of hope, sadness, and redemption. This is what I felt with this score as well as in the wonderful movie. Again, David Lynch is a man who can bring so many different moods into film, and Angelo is is muscial guide. Enjoy the tour through the fields and backroads! It is inspirational.

I loved the movie. It is a good Socratic story and the main character with his WWII background reminded me of my dad. In fact, I watched it with him and he was in tears at the revelation in the bar scene. He is gone now but this music brings fond memories. The music is soothing and relaxing. It is a peaceful retreat. I would suggest both.