THE SOUNDTRACK RELEASES: ORIGINAL DOUBLE LP/JAPANESE CD/REGULAR SINGLE CD

This great score is very underrated, when you think of John Williams you instantly think of Star Wars and Indy. Unfortunately this little gem doesn't get the recognition it deserves. After Empire Strikes Back this score is my 2nd favourite. Williams doesn't create one decent theme, each one has its own merits.

The score is perfect and not just the main theme which is the best piece of music Williams has ever written for a credit sequence. I have heard many pieces of main title music but the Superman theme is the most powerful.
I just haven't heard any main theme which can touch Superman or it's epic feel of adventure. Star Wars is very close, but this theme has some great features which make me jump out of my seat. Although I prefer the movie version, the main theme is obviously the best track on the album. The theme can be best described as a ride and paints a picture of the whole film. If you sit down and think about it you will agree it takes you on an entertaining and exhilarating ride.

Planet Krypton is a much darker piece which is also perfect and a big favourite of mine. It depicts the villainous evil trio very well. The best part comes when the dome opens, Williams music brings it alive, the feeling of a mysterious void. Reminds me of 2001.
Destruction of Krypton isn't the full version, most of it is heard in the expanded version of the film. Williams brings the feeling of the last son of Krypton. When the father gives his farewell speech, the music here is perfect. It brings out the emotions of the father and mother. Unfortunately the finale of the track isn't used in the theatrical cut of the film so I can't compare.
The Superman love theme is superb and so effective. I consider it to be the best love theme ever composed. It begins gently and takes us on a romantic ride. You do hear an edited version on the end credits of Superman.
Leaving Home is rather moving piece again flawless. It begins mysteriously and fits the scenes perfectly. The whole track is beautifully composed and sounds even better on it's own.
Fortress of Solitude is a lovely melody taking us on journey through time and space ending with a snippet of the great main theme.
The flying sequence is a superb variation of the love theme, it's much stronger and plays beautifully. Once Margot Kidder recites "Can You Read My Mind" the track loses it's great feeling. Unfortunately I have to stop the track before she performs the words.
I am a little disappointed with Super Rescues because the track isn't in order, but still very good, painting a picture of heroics.
Superfeats is superb, one of my favourite pieces of action music. The feeling of urgency is definitely felt. The music is very listenable on it's own and the finale of the track is great. Watch the scene where Superman swoops down just before he creates a dam. Listen to the music that accompanies that scene, It's sooooo PERFECT!
The March of The Villains is very good, It really points out the campiness of the naughty trio. Chasing Rockets is another action piece starting off slowly and finishing off gently.
The End title takes some cues from the love theme and the main title march returns. I love the build up to the march as the sun appears on the horizon.

A truly remarkable soundtrack one which is very high on many fans expanded re-issue wish list. I am a little disappointed that Growing Up and Luthor's Lair were omitted on the CD release. This decision baffles me but forget that minor problem this is a must for any film music fan. If and when RHINO release the expanded soundtrack it will be a winner. The CD may sound a little muffled but it doesn't really effect your listening pleasure unless your a professional audio expert.

RHINO DID RELEASE THE COMPLETE SCORE