Apocalypse Tomorrow
Fantastically funky music from the 1980 Italian action/horror opus Apocalypse Domani (a.ka. Cannibal Apocalypse, Invasion of the Flesh Hunters, and about 10 other titles) by drive-in legend Antonio Margheriti. The movie follows a trio of Vietnam vets who terrorize the streets (and sewers) of Atlanta after suffering the delayed effects of a virus that drives its victims to take a bite out of other people. Though composer Alessandro Blonksteiner contribued five cues to Walter Rizzati's amazing score for House by the Cemetery, this remains his only full, solo film score; a pity, as it's lots of fun. From sweet and jazzy Morricone-inspired melodies ("Jane," "Impossible Love") to early '80s jazz/soul mash-ups ("Apocalypse," "Station Service"), the score is never boring and has a similar vibe to other Italian horror favorites from the same period. Nice use of bongos, too. Break out the munchies and enjoy...
posted by 7 Black Notes at 2:33 PM
8 Comments:
Thank you so very much for putting this up. This score has always been a personal fave - I describe it to fellow cult film maniacs as "Ennio Morricone Meets The Theme From Charlie's Angels." I've wanted a CD-ready version of this score for years and this is a true godsend. Thanks again and please keep up the magnificent work.
Wow! I've been looking for Mr. Blonksteiner's opus, forever. Thank you for posting it.
Looking forward to hearing other rarities, keep 'em coming.
Is there are soundtrack available for Eaten Alive? :)
Ps. Thanks!
Glad you all seem to like this one; watch for more '80s Italian scores shortly! Eaten Alive is mostly recycled from the score for Cannibal Ferox, which should still be available on CD from Rapid Heart.
Thank you for posting this stuff. I used to have the soundtrack on LP but for stupid reasons I don't anymore so I was happy to find this posted :)
Awesome! Thanks. Keep up the excellent work.
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