Amazon.com Noted English screenwriter Richard Curtis makes his directorial bow with this romantic comedy that follows the dizzying foibles of no less than a dozen couples, featuring a cast that includes Hugh Grant as a bachelor British PM and Billy Bob Thornton as a disturbing hybrid of the worst of Clinton and Bush. Seemingly taking its lead from Bridget Jones's Diary and its sequel (both of which Curtis also wrote), Love's rich, eclectic collection of pop songs becomes something more than mere movie-soundtrack wallpaper. Indeed, tracks as disparate as Joni Mitchell's hauntingly autumnal remake of "Both Sides Now" and the Pointer Sisters' effusive '80s hit "Jump" function somewhere between supporting player and narrative Greek chorus. It's a mature, often introspective collection that mixes the expected chestnuts (the Beach Boys' evergreen "God Only Knows") and covers (Eva Cassidy's stately version of Christine McVie's "Songbird," an R&B-infused take of "All You Need Is Love" by Lynden David Hall) with standout work from Norah Jones (a torched-up "Turn Me On"), Texas (the Dusty Springfield-esque dramatics of "I'll See It Through"), and Wyclef Jean's joyous "Take Me As I Am." Underscoring the film's Christmas subtext are three holiday-themed bonus cuts by Otis Redding, Billy Mack (the film's resident rock star burnout, played by Bill Nighy), and Olivia Olson. --Jerry McCulley
Customer Reviews:
must have for fans of romantic comediesNovember 3, 2008 Dr. Kingstone Shih(san francisco) my all time favorite movie, a must see that leaves my eyes misty every time i watch it. all star cast and edge of your seat plot. great gift for anyone in love to give to their partner. highest recommendation.
Love it!!September 29, 2008 Chryssoula Sultan If you liked the movie you will enjoy the CD. Glad I bought it, a definite must have!!
love actuallyJune 6, 2008 Whitney A. Koons(oklahoma city, ok) Enjoy the music from bluesy sound to jazzy fun songs. We enjoyed the movie, so we wanted the CD because of the music.
Love Actually = Great TunesMarch 31, 2008 BD(Richmond, VA) Fast shipping. Great condition. Love the tunes in this movie. Great buy.
In Love with Love Actually!March 21, 2008 Rachel Chin(Lincoln, NE) The movie Love Actually is amazing as is the soundtrack! I accidentally bought the German version of the soundtrack but it seemed to be the same except that Jump (For my Love) wasn't sung by the Pointer Sisters. Still, great soundtrack and the instrumental pieces are wonderful!
