Herrmann went out of this life in a blaze of musical glory with Obsession and Taxi Driver. God bless him! And thank you Benny for the great music.

Herrmann said that this was his personal favorite of all of the scores he did. A story is told by members of the film crew, that Genevieve Bujold complained Cliff Robertson was cold, and it was hard to play passionate scenes with him in this film. She then told Herrmann that his music, on the other hand, made her feel that she was loved. Herrmann is said to have burst into tears upon hearing this. Herrmann's wife, upon his death, found a photo of Genevieve Bujold in his wallet.

One of the greatest film composers ever. Magical.

Recently purchased an original vinyl copy of this after hearing it here. I’m a huge Bernard Hermann fan.

Previous eras had Beethoven, Mozart, Wagner et al. We had Herrmann.

You can feel the passion in every note.

This might sound strange, but my grandparents, my parents and siblings were altogether for the holidays one year, and we wanted to go out to the movies together. I believe it was either Christmas or Thanksgiving. We searched for one of those "cheap seat" type theaters" which do not really exist much anymore in our area. We found a double feature, "Encounters of the Third Kind" and "Obsession"--naturally the first film was THE main feature. Of course none of us were UFO aficionados and we thought this movie was pretty stupid. However, "Obsession" came on a few minutes behind it--and we were simply enthralled! The music, the plot, the acting, and the actors were just breath taking, and of course the scenery, entire picture. Well over the years this film was later aired on television locally. If it was at holiday time, we made it a family tradition to watch both this film AND " It's a wonderful life." Call us crazy, but we just fell in love with this film, memorizing the lines, and calling them out, and having fun. Later, after our grandparents passed away, we siblings still got together two more times to watch this film on TV until they quit broadcasting it. I have had a terrible time trying to find it on DVD. ONE time I found it advertised in a movie magazine, and that was it. This is the ONE film I would like to own just for old times sake. Cannot figure out why a person has to pay just to see it one line. Must be made of gold or something. Wow! Anyway, thanks for the music, it still haunts me, and thanks for the memories. All Good! Have always enjoyed these two actors, and they make great chemistry on screen! So young when this film was made!! Well, Genevieve Buljould was anyway. I guess Cliff Robertson was starting to age a bit, still our whole family was moved by this film!! Thanks for posting the music. Maybe someone will post the movie. I am a die hard fan of the film. I am only 56.

One of the very best (film) composers of all time! His contribution to break free from traditional dramatic film music scoring as used up to the 1940s, to create truly haunting and emotionally deep, rich, fresh textures was immense! Thank you for posting! Thank you Bennie for being part of our lives!

One of Herrmann's finest works.

ONE OF THE GREATEST FILM SCORES OF ALL TIME !

Genevieve Bujold and Bernard Hermann makes for one perfect film.

Bernard Herrmann is pure greatness.

One of the best OST. And sometimes the quiet romantic interludes are the most entrancing.

I spent one summer hiking and driving all over Sequoia Park playing Herrmann soundtracks. To be amongst those trees and scenic views with his music, I recommend it. I was fittingly 'obsessed' by him at that time. Read his biography that summer, too.

He was a master at film scores, simply brilliant, thank you Bernard Hermann for all the pleasure you have given to millions ❤️

In addition to it being reminiscent of Vertigo, it also has many echoes of his fabulous, dream-like score for the greatest episode of Rod Serling's 'Twilight Zone' TV series. That episode is 'Walking Distance', the story of a man who goes back in time, and meets himself as a child, as well as seeking out his parents as they once were, way back in time. Seek it out, it's magnificent.

Incredible soundtrack and one of my favorite DePalma films.

What's missing today in Hollywood films. Music that makes you feel and entrances you.

Remember seeing it in the theater and going back again to watch and listen to how the music was such a great part of the movie. I have a LP Record version of the soundtrack still !

Just watched this film again yesterday. Fabulous score and fabulous film

The quality of Herrmann's music never faded with time. His work was as good at the end of his career as it was in the beginning. (Citizen Kane - Taxi Driver)

Filled with the longing of a man on a mission to resurrect a love lost...every time I listen to this I am enthralled!

I remember walking the streets of Sydney going from record store to record store; (when they still existed); until I found a copy of "Obsession" on vinyl. (Pre-CD). Why don't movies have music like this anymore? It all sounds the same; 3 notes with noise.

Spannende Interpretation dieses perfekt komponierten Meisterwerks mit farbenprächtigen und perfekt synchronisierten Töne aller Instrumente. Der unvergleichliche Komponist/Dirigent leitet das ausgezeichnete Orchester im inspirierenden Tempo mit dramatischer Dynamik. Einfach wunderschön!

Even later in his career Bernard Herrmann was producing very interesting scores that rivaled those from his past. Obsession is a haunting and beautiful score. Both collaborations with Brian DiPalma are worth owning for any fan of the composer. Sadly we were denied a third collaboration as he was supposed to do the score for DePalma's next film, Carrie.

A gorgeous suite.

流石！としか言い様がない！！ 映画音楽界最大の巨匠は紛れもなくバーナード・ハーマン‼️ あの超有名なジョン・ウィリアムズですらハーマンを師と仰いでるのだから。

Loved Herrmann's music as early as Psycho. This film was fantastic but the score was the icing on the cake. DE Palma was a huge fan of Hitchcock's and loved Vertigo in particular. He wanted to make a film as homage to it and made Obsession. It was just fitting he used Herrmann to score it, since he did the original Vertigo. magic

The man was a genius is composing scary. Never been as terrified as when I listen to Herrmann's music.

Herrmann's masterpiece!

One of Herrmann's finest scores, and really, one of THE best film scores of all time. The Music Box CD of this score is magnificent. By the way Soundtrack Fred, nice editing to show off the score's highlights.

Loved this film

I just love this guy. James Bernard was a great composer for many Hammer Horror films. His best was Dracula 1958 Christopher Lee / Peter Cushing. He too was a powerful writer and died early though.

Beautiful movie and music.the story of the loss of an immense Love, of loved ones through a terrible tragedy with double edged which leaves you a deep unease and a sadness for the characters of this particular drama. A beautiful film carried by a musician exceptional that shows us every time all the love he has brought to his art and cinema.

Film spettacolare! Immenso.

Saw this movie when I was a kid and really liked it. Also listened to this soundtrack often.

The second to the last film Herrmann scored for a picture. This composition fits very well the narrative of the movie. I haven't seen "Obsession" as far as I remember, but will. I am a lover of Hitchcock's "Vertigo", and after reading some detailed info via Wikipedia on the Net, "Obsession" is one to catch. Thanks, Fred for presenting this interesting score.

I have this CD. Its great! A 2 CD set that came out in early 2015 . One CD is the complete score and the second CD is the Original Soundtrack album remastered. He began working on the score for Taxi Driver soon after and died the day he completed it. He received Oscar nominations posthumously for both scores but lost to Jerry Goldsmiths score for The Omen.

Another great BH. Score. Thanks for posting!

Somptuous music, I love it, thank you so much for sharing this masterpiece !

Might be my favorite film score of all time-- it only competes with Hermann's other brilliant score for Taxi Driver.

its a shame he didn't live to compose a Batman movie

I'm mesmerised!

Beautiful. Almost every night, this helps me relax and drift off to sleep.

A wonderful soundtrack from the most iconic and prolific composer of the 20th century. The late Bernard Herrmann will always be my favorite composer; closely followed by John Williams. Obsession and Taxi Driver were sadly his last work.

A superb late masterpiece by the Master of this art form.Kfahey

thank you so much for posting this

GREAT recording - Thanks' for sharing !!!

Herrmann's last great score. Yes, "Taxi Driver" was compelling and gritty, yet his work for DePalma was the old Herrmann, sweeping and Hitchockian and utterly moving. His finale.

Woe, I totally thought Obsession was a Hitchcock film! Regardless, this is one of the most underrated film scores of all time.

at 3:58 one of the best parts of the score 'Memorial Park' cue..it echoes Vertigo and Wagner

It resembles Vertigo in spots but is still better than anything many other musical score composers put out. As a film Vertigo seems a bit overrated if not the score.

I LOVE THIS, SOME DAY I WILL WRITE THAT

Awesome !

Just saw the film. Loved Herrmann's composition. However, as much as I admire De Palma's work, I thought Cliff Robertson was the wrong casting choice. I can understand why Bujold's feeling of working with him was hard and cold.

Epic.....

Thanks for the great posting, Fred. I really appreciate it. And, I will take your advice and purchase the CD of this soundtrack.

Great score, some reminiscences of North by Northwest and Vertigo. The latter in fact appeared to be a major source of inspiration for Brian de Palma in directing Obsession

15 minute track Feels like only five

Old Court. Just can't come up with the money. Not for Elizabeth and not for you.

Triple like

Double like

Oscar nom 'Citizen Kane' 1941 Oscar nom 'Devil n Daniel Webster' winner 1941 (beating Kane) Oscar nom 'Anna and King Siam 1946 Oscar nom 'Obsession' 1976 Oscar nom 'Taxi Driver 1976 Nothing in between for 30 years..bookended his career with double oscar noms for a single year..never done before

What is the point in playing only a small part of the main title? Play the full score. Alfred Hitchcock was very stupid in the way he fired Benny while making "Torn Curtain". There was a disagreement about how the music should be used. Benny was right, Hichcock was wrong.

Has his "Fiddle Concerto" ever been recorded?

06:54

It's Louis HaLsey, not HaSley.

But... there are sadly many similarities to his score for "Vertigo," and since this is a rip on that film and its themes... it doesn't work as well as it should. It's far too good for a bad "remake," it's out of place while watching... doesn't belong relegated to a forgotten film. I remember seeing this in a theatre and being so disappointed. I went out and bought the LP, however.

最初から最後までカソリックテスタメント音楽、そして、19回の変奏のソナタ形式の映画音楽、で、映画も、カソリック映画作品、である。

Funny after break with Hitch over Torn Curtain then writes stinker for Taxi Driver. Stick to your knitting.

The film score is a great ride but the movie is sort of typical Brian de Palma he loves other directors..this is good and normal but all of his stuff is just cloned....all of it copied......I mean how did he become a director I have felt this way from the get go with Brian de Palma

This is not one of my favorite scores by Herrmann but it's okay. Out.

Epic.....