The Polar Express
In adapting Chris Van Allsburg's beloved, 1986 Caldecott Medal winning children's Christmas fable, director Robert Zemeckis fused the technologies of live-action motion capture and CGI to an unprecedented degree, producing a visual sensibility that perfectly embodies the netherworld between fantasy and reality that made the book so inviting. Musically, Zemeckis has shrewdly teamed longtime collaborator Alan Silvestri with hit tunesmith Glen Ballard for the original half his soundtrack, then given the rest over to a star-packed tribute to pop Christmas past that includes such timeless chestnuts as Bing Crosby's "White Christmas," "Winter Wonderland" by the Andrew Sisters and Perry Como's "It's Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas." But the Silvestri/Ballard originals here are the main event, from Tom Hanks' vigorous vocal mugging on the title track and "Hot Chocolate" through the innocent charm of "When Christmas Comes to Town" and the over-the-top, jumpin' jive of Steven Tyler's "Rockin' On Top of the World." Josh Groban's "Believe" overdoes the treacle, but Silvestri's rich choral workouts and underscore suite are grand Hollywood-scaled tributes to the spirit of the season. Also available in a deluxe, illustrated children's book format gift edition that includes an actual encased jingle bell embedded in the cover. --Jerry McCulley
Promising to be this holiday season's family film blockbuster, the revolutionary computer-animated The Polar Express-based on a best-selling children's book, starring the voice of Tom Hanks and directed by Academy Award winner Robert Zemeckis-is a classic Christmas film with a modern look. The soundtrack album also mixes the classic with the contemporary, with immortal versions of the greatest Christmas songs ever penned, such as "White Christmas" from Bing Crosby and new recordings from Josh Groban "Believe", Aerosmith's Steven Tyler "Rockin' On Top Of The World" and others. This Christmas everyone will be getting on board The Polar Express.
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65 Reviews
| From: Amazon Posted: Feb 25, 2008 Type: User Review |
Very FUN
This album has great Christmas music that the entire family can enjoy! Would not put an age limit on this....it is a must have for the holidays!!!
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 5.00/5 |
| From: Amazon Posted: Feb 09, 2008 Type: User Review |
sing along fun
I bought this for my 3 year old son after he became a HUGE fan of the movie. He knows and wants to sing along with most of the songs (and I have to admit I like to sing along too). It's a must if you are a fan of the movie!
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5.00/5 |
| From: Amazon Posted: Jan 29, 2008 Type: User Review |
Polar Express Soundtrack
Absolutely wonderful soundtrack for this Christmas movie! Songs are original and beautiful. Josh Groban does a wonderful job too!
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| From: Amazon Posted: Jan 20, 2008 Type: User Review |
If you love the movie, you'll enjoy this CD
We enjoy most of this CD, but it could have been a lot better......but it's nice to have if you like the movie.
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 3.00/5 |
| From: Amazon Posted: Jan 16, 2008 Type: User Review |
polar express DVD
I love this movie. I am pleased with all my purchases. Thank you and keep up the good work.
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5.00/5 |
| From: Amazon Posted: Jan 08, 2008 Type: User Review |
Holiday Classic
I bought this an Gosh Groban's Noel for the holiday. I absolutely love this CD. It will become a holiday classic. I do not care for the Steve Tyler track bust that's what forward button is for.
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 4.00/5 |
| From: Amazon Posted: Jan 07, 2008 Type: User Review |
Beautiful and Fun rolled up in one
This CD has lots of songs on it that are not the norm.(since it is a movie soundtrack) Of course we all know Mr. Groban has an amazing voice (" Believe")and this CD is no exception as a venue for his talent. Hot Chocolate appeals to the child in...
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5.00/5 |
| From: Amazon Posted: Dec 24, 2007 Type: User Review |
Holiday Spirit
This soundtrack will have everyone in your household singing and dancing. It would even put Scrooge in the holiday spirit. It's a beautiful and fun soundtrack!
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5.00/5 |
| From: Amazon Posted: Dec 21, 2007 Type: User Review |
Great CD
Nice mix of new and old songs. A fun holiday mix to listen to.
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| From: Amazon Posted: Nov 23, 2007 Type: User Review |
Fabulous!!!
I really enjoyed this cd. Music is crucial in my life and I have always loved this story. It is a nice compilation of new orchestral compositions as well as what some of us might consider traditional Christmas music. I enjoyed it a lot and look...
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4.00/5 |
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