Composer

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Manuel De Sica

Genre

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Concerto

Average_duration

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3:54

"Una breve vacanza" is a film score composed by Manuel De Sica for the 1973 Italian film of the same name, directed by Vittorio De Sica. The film premiered on December 20, 1973, in Italy. The score consists of six movements, each of which reflects the emotional journey of the film's protagonist, Clara. The first movement, "Titoli di testa," sets the tone for the film with a melancholic melody played by a solo violin. The second movement, "Clara," is a delicate and introspective piece that reflects Clara's fragile emotional state. The third movement, "La casa al mare," is a more upbeat and optimistic piece that reflects Clara's newfound sense of freedom and joy. The fourth movement, "La spiaggia," is a dreamy and ethereal piece that reflects Clara's sense of wonder and awe at the beauty of the world around her. The fifth movement, "Il ritorno," is a more somber and reflective piece that reflects Clara's realization that her vacation must come to an end. The final movement, "Finale," brings the score full circle with a reprise of the opening theme, played with a sense of resignation and acceptance. Overall, the score for "Una breve vacanza" is characterized by its emotional depth and sensitivity. Manuel De Sica's use of solo instruments, particularly the violin, gives the score a sense of intimacy and vulnerability that perfectly captures the emotional journey of the film's protagonist. The score is also notable for its use of recurring themes and motifs, which help to tie the different movements together and create a sense of unity and coherence.

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