Jude
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Adrian Johnston composed the score for 1996's Jude, an adaptation of Thomas Hardy's tragic novel about a working-class man whose dreams and desires lead him toward ruin. Johnston's orchestral score matches the emotional weight of Hardy's narrative—it's dark, introspective, and deeply human. Released on Imaginary Road Records, the soundtrack features classical instrumentation arranged to reflect the psychological landscape of the film. Johnston uses orchestration to suggest both the beauty and the cruelty of Jude's circumstances, creating music that is both contemplative and emotionally devastating. His work demonstrates how film composition can deepen our understanding of literary adaptation. Sophisticated film music that rewards close listening and suits both film enthusiasts and classical music listeners seeking thoughtful orchestral work.
Item Details+
| Genre | Classical, Stage and Screen |
| Style | Score |
| Media | Near Mint (NM or M-) |
| Sleeve | Near Mint (NM or M-) |
| Description | NM copy all around. |
| Label | Imaginary Road |
| Year | 1996 |
| Country | US |
| Format | CD |
Tracklist+
1-4. At Marygreen 1:37
5-11. At Christminster 1:04
12-15. At Melchester 1:28
16. At Shaston 2:29
17-21. At Udbrickham And Elsewhere 1:54
22-23. At Christminster Again 1:37
24. Christmas--1889 1:28
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