Sentences with phrase «soundtrack of a period piece»

Formalist technics can be worked seamlessly into modern films, like the comic book qualities of Edgar Wright's Scott Pilgrim Vs. The World, or they can be sloppy, like every time a current Top 40 hit makes its way into the soundtrack of a period piece.

Not exact matches

The period is nicely captured — though never heightened — by Edward Lachmann's grainy, shallow - depth Super 16 photography, while much of the mood - setting is achieved by Sandy Powell's wonderful clothes and Carter Burwell's soundtrack, which is reminiscent of Philip Glass's spare but highly emotive piano pieces.

This otherwise grim period piece arrives blessed with a retro soundtrack featuring James Brown's African - American anthem «Say It Loud, I'm Black & I'm Proud,» Bill Withers» haunting, R&B classic «City of the Angels,» and Nina Simone's searing rendition of «Ooh Child.»