October 30, 2017

A perfect pairing of Sound & Vision part 15. The Mission & Gabriel's Oboe.

In the 1740's a group of Jesuit priests attempt to convert the tribes of Argentina into Christianity. Father Gabriel meets the GuaranĂ­ tribe who have already killed one priest and captivates them with a musical instrument they've never seen before. Sadly he also places them on a path that will mostly destroy them too

It's a powerful scene and a lovely juxtaposition of sound and vision. A piece of music made over familiar by its use in Aer Lingus ads is just glorious when heard over beautiful jungle scenery and awe struck faces.



A scene all about the universal power of music. A power that transcends culture and language. And done with a glorious piece of music  from the mind of Ennio Morricone.

Previous parts


Before Sunset
Carlito's Way
A Knight's Tale
Platoon
Before Sunrise
Rushmore
An American Werewolf In London
Dazed And Confused
Boogie Nights
Raging Bull
Almost Famous
Once Upon A Time In The West
Goodfellas
Last Of The Mohicans

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