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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1961

Average_duration

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33:54

Movement_count

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12

Movement ....

Breakfast at Tiffany's is a 1961 romantic comedy-drama film directed by Blake Edwards and starring Audrey Hepburn and George Peppard. The film is based on Truman Capote's novella of the same name and was released on October 5, 1961. The film's soundtrack was composed by Henry Mancini and was released on the same day as the film. The soundtrack of Breakfast at Tiffany's is one of the most iconic and recognizable in film history. It features the famous song "Moon River," which won the Academy Award for Best Original Song and became a hit for Andy Williams. The soundtrack also includes other memorable tracks such as "Sally's Tomato," "Latin Golightly," and "The Big Heist." The soundtrack is divided into two main movements. The first movement features the more upbeat and lively tracks, such as "Something for Cat" and "Loose Caboose." These tracks capture the energy and excitement of New York City, where the film is set. The second movement features the more romantic and melancholic tracks, such as "Moon River" and "Breakfast at Tiffany's." These tracks capture the emotional depth of the film's characters and their relationships. The soundtrack's characteristics are a blend of jazz, pop, and classical music. Mancini's use of the saxophone and the flute gives the soundtrack a distinct and memorable sound. The soundtrack's use of strings and piano also adds to its emotional depth and romanticism. Overall, the soundtrack of Breakfast at Tiffany's is a timeless classic that perfectly captures the film's themes and characters. Its iconic tracks have become synonymous with the film and continue to be celebrated and enjoyed by audiences today.

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