Taking its cue from the soundtrack's fluke Joan Osborne hit, "One of Us," this is the film that dares ask "What if one of us--or Jim Carrey--were God?" While the comedy here makes Ace Ventura sound like Noel Coward, its so... more »undtrack is an energetic, if pedestrian, mix of modern rock (Osborne, Plumb's "God-Shaped Hole," "You're a God" by Vertical Horizon) and electronica (Snap!'s ubiquitous "The Power", the kitsch-hop of Elvis Vs. JXL's "A Little Less Conversation," Fatboy Slim) that's as fluffy as it is friendly. John Debney, a composer who's becoming to contemporary comedy what Bernard Herrmann was to murder mysteries, fills the album's second half with a sprightly collection of his trademark, breezily pastoral cues. --Jerry McCulley« less
Taking its cue from the soundtrack's fluke Joan Osborne hit, "One of Us," this is the film that dares ask "What if one of us--or Jim Carrey--were God?" While the comedy here makes Ace Ventura sound like Noel Coward, its soundtrack is an energetic, if pedestrian, mix of modern rock (Osborne, Plumb's "God-Shaped Hole," "You're a God" by Vertical Horizon) and electronica (Snap!'s ubiquitous "The Power", the kitsch-hop of Elvis Vs. JXL's "A Little Less Conversation," Fatboy Slim) that's as fluffy as it is friendly. John Debney, a composer who's becoming to contemporary comedy what Bernard Herrmann was to murder mysteries, fills the album's second half with a sprightly collection of his trademark, breezily pastoral cues. --Jerry McCulley
"Song playing during 'milk and children scene' is the theme from "Chariots of Fire," by Vangelis. Song that plays at beginning of credits is "Ready For A Miracle," by Patti LaBelle (you can also find it on soundtrack to "Leap Of Faith"). Hope this helps ..."
Tony Bennett's "If I Ruled The World" is missing!
Haji Mohmaad | Berlin, Germany | 06/24/2003
(3 out of 5 stars)
"After i saw the movie, i needed to get the music, but as some of you guys noticed:
the beautiful song when bruce and grace are in the restaurant is missing!
i recognized the singer, it's the wonderful Tony Bennett..
So i searched and found his song "If I ruled the world".Besides the missal of this song the score is very nice but short.
And the mix of older, more classic songs and yonger, more contemporary songs, like from fatboy slim, make this soundtrack very vital.i'd give this soundtrack 6,5 points out of 10."
Suprisingly Strong Compilation
E. Banson | San Francisco Bay Area, CA United States | 06/08/2003
(4 out of 5 stars)
""Bruce Almighty" surprised me as a strong film, dealing with weighty faith issues without having to be overtly religious. And to top it all off, it's hilarious. This CD is a great compilation, if a little too short. (Varese Sarabande Soundtracks are usually too short) Two great songs in the film were not included in this CD probably because the songs are from other soundtracks. Vangelis' famous slo-mo theme for "Chariots of Fire" (the "milk pouring" scene) and Patti LaBelle's "Are You Ready for a Miracle?" (end credits) from "Leap of Faith" would make a great addition to this CD. John Debney's score cuts are very good, with his signature light-hearted, feel-good touch. A score fan can only hope for more.Overall, a strong compilation."
FYI...
H. Nguyen | 12/15/2003
(4 out of 5 stars)
"The song that plays when Jennifer Anistan is jogging is called "God-Shaped Hole" by Plumb. Hope it helps =)."
Questioin about a song in the movie
Laura J Parkes | La Jolla, CA United States | 11/29/2003
(4 out of 5 stars)
"Well first of all the movie and the soundtrack are great! Okay but what I want to know is- you know that scene where Grace wakes up to the radio and the annoucer is saying something like- today's a great day to go out and forgive BRUCE- and then it starts to play the song- the lyrics are- I don't know much, but know i love you! Okay- What it that song? If anybody knows please help me out!"
Track Listings (13) - Disc #1![Bruce Almighty [Original Motion Picture Soundtrack]](https://nationalbookswap.com/cd//l/56/3556/643556.jpg)
