Film Score Review - Sandro Di Stefano - Dolph Lundgren’s The Tracker

The 2019 Lionsgate film “The Tracker” starring Dolph Lundgren tells the story of Loke Hakansson, a family man who reluctantly travels to a remote Italian village with his wife and daughter. 15 Years after his family is kidnapped, Loke is contacted by a detected who claims to have new information about their disappearance.

I will be reviewing the films OTC which was composed by the brilliant Sandro Di Stefano and The Dnepropetrovsk Philharmonic Orchestra. Like his previous works this soundtrack is stunning. The talent by not only Sandro but the Orchestra themselves is impeccable.

One of the first things I noticed about the songs here is that the music is so different. There are so many unique style choices incorporated into each track. Instead of being overpowering it’s quite beautiful and very relaxing. When I listen to the music for a film I look for songs that are intriguing, captivating, but also capture the film through melody. I think these songs do this perfectly. They tell a story that can be enjoyed both on and off screen.

My favorite tracks from “The Tracker” Soundtrack are It’s Wasted Time, Welcome To Taranto, Albanians Attak, and The Playful Revenge. All of these are perfect examples of how to properly incorporate different sounds and melodies into music in order to capture the essence of the subject matter. Sandro has such a unique vision with each album he creates. I find it rather difficult to listen to soundtracks sometimes because the vision only works within the film. If I see Sandro’s name I know I’m going to be listening to something beautiful. I’m always in awe of his work. Please be sure to check out the film “The Tracker”, The Original Motion Picture Soundtrack, and the Dnepropetrovsk Philharmonic Orchestra. This OTC has 14 songs with a running time just shy of 35 minutes. It is now available through iTunes. I highly suggest you pick up a copy for yourself and or your loved ones.

Film Score Review - Sandro Di Stefano - The Man With The Magic Box

The soundtrack for a The Man With The Magic Box is available on Spotify 

Man With The Magic Box is an Action/Sci-Fi film which takes place in the year 2030. The two main characters Adam and Gloria meet at work and start a tumultuous relationship. Unbeknownst to them their lives will be forever changed with an unexpected discovery. 

I had the upmost pleasure of listening to the films score which was composed, orchestrated, and conducted by Sandro Di Stefano. The music was played by the sensational Dnipropetroska Symphony Orchestra.

The score for this film is exquisite. Every song is written so beautifully and I love how each song flows to the next without losing its individuality. There is an underlying melody played throughout each song that is flawless. When listening to the music in the film you can not only see the story but you can hear it as well. It’s never easy trying to find a perfect match between film and music but Sandro Di Stefano did such a wonderful job that the two go hand in hand. 

The talent shines bright from both Composer and Orchestra. My favorites tracks from The Man With The Magic Box are The Shadow Of The Past, Adams Theme, Identity and Memory, And The Journey Through Love. 

Track Listing: 

1. The Shadow Of The Past 
2. Adam’s Theme 
3. End To End
4. Love Frequency
5. Hidden System
6. Identity and Mystery 
7. The Journey Through Love
8. Where The Words End 
9. Fortran (1952)
10. The Shadow Of The Future 
11. Nocturne Op 9, No. 2 (Bonus Track)
12. Walc A-moll (Bonus Track