The original score to Jean Renoir's classic 1937 film epic La Grande Illusion is a standard for cinema soundtracks of the era. Kosma's stark, dramatic sonic evocation of World War I France is a study in close harmony, dissonance, and brilliant if moody dynamics. War songs from the era -- "It's a Long Way to Tipperary" as well as popular caf� numbers such as "Si Tu Veux Margueritte" -- are woven between original titles, bits of film dialogue, incidental music, and compositions. The editing job by the Soundtrack Factory leaves a little to be desired, but the effect is nonetheless riveting. - AllMusic



1. Main Title (2:07)
2. Frou-Frou (1:09)
3. Dining With German Officers at the Front (1:35)
4. Moving from a Prisoner of War Camp (0:19)
5. It's a Long Way to Tipperary (0:38)
6. Sunday Morning at the Prison Camp (1:43)
7. Si Tu Veux Margueritte (5:00)
8. The Sound of Frustration (0:50)
9. The Railways Travel from the Fortress (2:13)
10. Reception on the Military Prison (2:25)
11. Two Officers and Aristocrats (2:15)
12. Preparing the Escape (3:47)
13. The Magic Flute (3:26)
14. Noblesse Oblige (5:29)
15. Refuge at a German Farm (1:16)
16. A Christmas Romance (3:05)
17. The Lover's Farewell (2:15)
18. The Fugitives Arrive in Switzerland/End Title (2:34)

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Is it the first film that Joseph Kosma scored? In these times of WWI commemoration, I would be very happy if you could share the FLAC link to this score. PM sent.

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