Ep. 229 - Vangelis' '1492'
Score Cue Snapshots!
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Adventure, Drama, Biography, 31-May-2023
The score for the movie "1492: Conquest of Paradise" was composed by Vangelis and features a blend of orchestral and electronic music. The main theme of the score, "Conquest of Paradise," is a haunting and majestic melody that is instantly recognizable. The score captures the sense of adventure, wonder, and drama of Christopher Columbus' journey to the New World. The soundtrack was a commercial success, reaching number one on the Billboard Top New Age Albums chart, and earned Vangelis a Golden Globe nomination for Best Original Score.
Where to watch: https://letterboxd.com/film/1492-conquest-of-paradise/
Listen to the score: https://music.apple.com/us/album/1492-conquest-of-paradise-soundtrack-from-the/41297647
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