Timeless Theme Songs

In the previous post we looked at some of the films and characters that have been a source of inspiration for us. It got me thinking about some of the others and then I came across a video featuring the title track for "The Neverending Story."  A good find as it gives the perfect opportunity to share a few other sources of inspiration and (more specifically) two magical films with memorable theme songs.  In this one scenes and music are blended nicely into a montage but you'd want to possibly skip it if you've never seen the film (or minimize the screen and listen only).  If I think of others I may edit/update this post in future.

The Neverending Story (1984) is a film adaptation Directed by Wolfgang Petersen based loosely on the original story written by Michael Ende (published 1979) and Illustrated by Roswitha Quadflieg.  This movie has many notable qualities, among them the title theme song composed by Giorgio Moroder with lyrics by Keith Forsey, and performed by Christopher Hamill. Credit for the song is usually given simply as "Limhal" which I had often thought was the name of a group, but apparently refers to Christopher Hamill's nickname or pseudonym.

"The Neverending Story" by Limhal. The film montage version.

Of course, one cannot write about memorable theme songs without mentioning...

The Princess Bride (1987) is a film adaptation Directed by Rob Reiner.  It is based on the novel by William Goldman (published 1973) that takes place in a charming world populated by the most rich assortment of characters. The story has touched the hearts of readers and viewers alike and, for those who grew up watching the film version, become one of the most quotable movies of perhaps an entire generation.  A few samples from different moments in the film.

Vizzini:  "Move the thing! And…that other thing!"

Inigo Montoya:  "I just work for Vizzini to pay the bills. There’s not a lot of money in revenge."   ~and~   "You keep using that word. I do not think it means what you think it means."

Fezzik:  "I just want you to feel you’re doing well. I hate for people to die embarrassed."

Fezzik:  "I’m on the brute squad."
Miracle Max:  "You are the Brute squad!"

Grandfather:  "When I was your age, television was called books..."

Of course, the magic of the film is made all the more complete thanks to an amazing piece titled "Storybook Love," written and performed by Willy DeVille, produced and accompanied by Mark Knopfler.  I couldn't decide which was the best version to point readers to and so have given three possible ways to experience the song, which is the same (studio) cut in all three of the YouTube videos below.

The film montage version by Amelie1287. May contain spoilers.

The music video version at Mark Knopfler's channel,
featuring Willy and Mark with a few snippets from the film.

A lyrics only version, if you just want to close your eyes and listen.  Also a good choice for those who've never seen the film and want to know as little as possible.

Inigo:  He's climbing the rope....and he's gaining on us.
Vizzini:  Inconceivable! ....Faster!!
Fezzik:  I thought I was going faster.
Vizzini:  You were supposed to be this colossus, you were this great legendary thing and yet he gains!
Fezzik:  Well, I've gained three people, and he got only himself.
Vizzini:  I do not accept excuses! I'm just going to have to find myself a new giant that's all.

Excerpt from scene four courtesy of
https://stuff.mit.edu/people/davidmac/princess_bride.html

Sources: YouTube, Wikipedia, the happy places of our childhood