Composer

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Henry Mancini

Genre

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Film

Style

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Film Score

Compose Date

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1982

Average_duration

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78:54

Movement_count

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29

Movement ....

Victor/Victoria is a musical comedy film that was released in 1982. The film was directed by Blake Edwards and starred Julie Andrews, James Garner, and Robert Preston. The film's soundtrack was composed by Henry Mancini. The film premiered on March 16, 1982, in Los Angeles, California. It was later released in theaters across the United States on April 2, 1982. The film was a critical and commercial success, grossing over $22 million at the box office. The soundtrack for Victor/Victoria features a variety of musical styles, including jazz, swing, and Broadway-style show tunes. The music is characterized by Mancini's signature use of brass and woodwind instruments, as well as his use of percussion and strings. The soundtrack includes several memorable songs, including "Le Jazz Hot," "Crazy World," and "You and Me." "Le Jazz Hot" is a lively, upbeat number that showcases Andrews' vocal range and Mancini's skill as a composer. "Crazy World" is a more somber ballad that features Andrews' emotive vocals and Mancini's lush orchestration. "You and Me" is a duet between Andrews and Preston that is both romantic and humorous. The soundtrack also includes several instrumental pieces, such as "The Shady Dame from Seville" and "Chicago, Illinois." These pieces showcase Mancini's skill as an arranger and his ability to create memorable melodies. Overall, the soundtrack for Victor/Victoria is a testament to Mancini's talent as a composer and arranger. The music is both catchy and sophisticated, and it perfectly complements the film's witty and charming tone.

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