The Prodigal
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Bronislaw Kaper was one of Hollywood's most sophisticated composers, crafting emotionally intelligent scores for MGM's biggest productions. His 1955 score for The Prodigal, a biblical epic with all the grandeur that implies, is a masterclass in orchestral drama. Kaper's approach balances sweeping strings with intimate character moments, building tension through carefully layered instrumentation. The result is a score that feels both epic and human—cinematic in the classic Golden Age sense, with themes that linger long after the credits roll. This limited edition reissue restores a cornerstone of 1950s film music to circulation. An essential acquisition for soundtrack collectors and anyone interested in how composers approached historical drama during Hollywood's studio era.
Item Details+
| Genre | Stage and Screen |
| Style | Soundtrack, Score |
| Media | Near Mint (NM or M-) |
| Sleeve | Near Mint (NM or M-) |
| Description | CD is NM. Sleeve is EX. |
| Label | Film Score Monthly |
| Year | 2002 |
| Country | US |
| Format | CD |
Tracklist+
1. Main Title / Chase
2. Spear
3. Eli
4. Ruth / Tent / Samarra
5. Window / When Daylight Comes
6. Departure
7. Farewell / Nubian / Bosra
8. Hunger
9. 18 Pieces Of Silver / Beard
10. One Piece Of Silver
11. Terrace Of Heavens
12. Micah's Exit / Prayer / Micah's Party Part 1
13. Micah's Party Part 2
14. I'll Break Him
15. Bosra's Party
16. She Is
17. Deal
18. Wedding
19. Granary / Fanfares
20. It's Micah
21. He Is Dead / Invocation
22. Sacrifice
23. Pearl / Beth
24. What Is Wrong
25. Elissa's Death
26. Message
27. Miracle
28. Vultures
29. Full Of The Moon
30. Fight
31. Storm
32. Samarra's Death
33. My Son / Celebration / End Title And Cast
34. Celebration / End Title And Cast (Alternate)
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