Composer

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Lalo Schifrin

Genre

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Film

Style

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Film Score

Compose Date

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1973

Enter the Dragon is a martial arts action film that was released in 1973. It was directed by Robert Clouse and starred Bruce Lee, John Saxon, and Jim Kelly. The film was produced by Warner Bros. and Golden Harvest and was the first Hollywood-produced martial arts film. The film premiered on August 19, 1973, in Hong Kong and was released in the United States on August 24, 1973. The soundtrack for Enter the Dragon was composed by Lalo Schifrin, a renowned Argentine composer and conductor. Schifrin is known for his work on films such as Mission: Impossible, Bullitt, and Dirty Harry. The soundtrack for Enter the Dragon is considered to be one of Schifrin's most iconic works. The soundtrack for Enter the Dragon features a mix of traditional Chinese music and Western orchestration. The main theme of the film is a funky, jazz-inspired piece that features a driving bassline and a catchy melody. The theme is played throughout the film and is often associated with the character of Bruce Lee. The soundtrack also features a number of other memorable pieces, including "The Big Battle," which is played during the film's climactic fight scene. This piece features a driving rhythm section and a soaring brass section that builds to a frenzied climax. Another notable piece from the soundtrack is "Han's Island," which is played during the scenes that take place on the villain's island fortress. This piece features a haunting melody played on a Chinese instrument called the erhu, which is accompanied by a pulsing rhythm section. Overall, the soundtrack for Enter the Dragon is a masterful blend of traditional Chinese music and Western orchestration. It perfectly captures the film's blend of Eastern and Western cultures and is a testament to Schifrin's skill as a composer. The soundtrack has become a classic in its own right and is often cited as one of the greatest film scores of all time.

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