The Movie Album cover

The Movie Album

Barbra Streisand · 2003

51 min · 12 tracks · jazz · disco · traditional pop

A lush collection of cinematic ballads that showcases Streisand's unparalleled vocal prowess and emotional depth.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing for reflective moments
  • cinematic ballads for nostalgic evenings
  • emotional depth in every track
  • ideal for intimate gatherings
  • for late-night listening

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer high-energy party music
  • seek quick, upbeat tracks

Where this album fits

Themes
cinematic nostalgia· love and music interplay
Career context
By the time 'The Movie Album' was released in 2003, Barbra Streisand was an established icon in music and film, with a career spanning nearly five decades. This album followed her successful venture into directing and producing films, marking a return to her roots in traditional pop and standards.
Stylistic neighbors
Bette Midler· Liza Minnelli· Diana Ross
Sounds like this from elsewhere
Closer by Josh Groban — Features lush orchestration and emotional ballads, echoing cinematic themes of love and longing.
A New Day Has Come by Céline Dion — Delivers powerful ballads with sweeping arrangements, resonating with themes of hope and love.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Smile 4:17
  • 2 Moon River 3:41
  • 3 I’m in the Mood for Love 4:01
  • 4 Wild Is the Wind 4:12
  • 5 Emily 3:46
  • 6 More in Love With You 4:44
  • 7 How Do You Keep the Music Playing? 5:10
  • 8 But Beautiful 5:35
  • 9 Calling You 4:58
  • 10 The Second Time Around 4:34
  • 11 Goodbye for Now 2:48
  • 12 You’re Gonna Hear From Me 4:06

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata