I'll never forget the day, in 1977, when I first heard "sultans of swing" from Dire Straits. I was totally fascinated with the guitar licks. In my opinion, Mark is the best in the business.

I've watched him grow over the years, and he's only gotten better. Anyone who loves this work must own "Golden Heart". You may no longer hear Mark's music on "Popular stations". That's because these days, it's about the MTV thing. Look is more important than talent. But hey, Mark was the first to tell you that with "Money for Nothing". Enrich your life. Purchase this CD, or the individual CDs. Either way, you're going to love it.

If you are reading this then maybe you are a Knopfler fan who is curious about Mark's film work but cannot quite absorb that genre, DO YOURSELF A FAVOUR!!!,this is unbelievable!! From the gorgeous wanderings of the melodies from Cal and Local Hero to the aching strings of Last Exit ,its all very, Very moving.

If the first thing that comes to your mind when you hear the words "Mark Knopfler" is "Money for Nothing", you probably won't like this one. But if you want to hear a pure MASTERPIECE, buy it now, then put this CD on and sit back and prepare for pure total sensory pleasurement beyond your wildest imagination.

Mark Knopfler is one of the best guitarist in the world. His work always makes me relaxed. I would really recommend this particular Cd because it is more than wonderful. Sometimes I still do not believe how people can write such a beatuiful music. Anyway, thank you Mark.

This CD consists of musical selections from the soundtracks of "Cal, Last Exit to Brooklyn, The Princess Bride," and "Local Hero" by Mark Knopfler finger-picking rock guitarist, vocalist and songwriter, best known as the front man for Dire Straits.

"Cal" and "Local Hero" feature Celtic influenced music; "Princess Bride" is lilting and classical; "Last Exit" features melancholy violins. The best known tune on the CD is the "Local Hero" theme, "Going Home," which Knopfler used to play in his live shows. The outstanding feature of the CD is Knopler's guitar playing which as always is complex and tuneful.

If the CD lacks anything it is majesty -- but none of these films was majestic, so Knopfler can be forgiven for not writing an ear-thumping "Lord of the Rings"-type theme. My wife calls a couple of the pieces drippy, but most are very good, a few beautiful, and all good, easy listening.

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