Music is the single biggest element of the Michael Cera/Kat Dennings movie Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist--a mix tape unknowingly draws the two main characters together; the setting is dominated by music venues (six that I can remember--including Mercury Lounge and Bowery Ballroom); the main character is the guitarist whose band performs in the movie--and as such, the featured music/soundtrack was bound to be a big deal.With such high expectations it would have been impossible to satisfy everyone, but the music does a good job of setting the mood with mostly popular indie rock acts (oxymoron?) and a few lesser known artists.
1- Devendra Banhart- "Lover"
This is Norah's "song", and turns out to be Nick's as well--they dance to it, including the blow dryer.
2- Paul Tiernan- "How To Say Goodbye"
This song plays during the love scene between Nick and Norah in the recording studio. It's a gentle, piano ballad similar to Joshua Radin or Cary Brothers.
3- Vampire Weekend- "Ottoman"
This song plays during the end credits of the movie. It's a perfect example of chamber pop--combining intricate guitar riffs, crisp violin and cello, and grand Freddie Mercury-esque vocals. Has a similar sound to Ra Ra Riot.
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there were some awkward moments in this movie that were hard to get over... like every time that gum was passed around, yuck
Hi would you know if that guitar sound where nick left tris on the river banks is in the soundtrack?
Hi would you know if that guitar sound where nick left tris on the river banks is in the soundtrack?
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