Kald0rei Posted November 12, 2005 Posted November 12, 2005 Ok, so somebody probably has done this same topic before but i'll still do it anyways. Grim Fandango was a phenomenal game, and as phenomenal games go, there are always memories and moments that forever stay with us emotionally. One instance that got me Very emotional was when you examine the picture clue that Lola left in the game and this sad, sentiment song plays in the background. It reminded me of many things and there's just this thing with the photo that really strikes me. The photo is in black and white, and in it people were happy and cheering whilst the music in the background was dark and sadly gripping. Now, here's my problem. I LOVE that soundtrack and have been looking around the net for it to no avail. I give up. I was wondering if any of you might help me out by finding me the track or at least giving me the title of the track. Thank you. Viva La Sanspoof.
VampireNaomi Posted November 12, 2005 Posted November 12, 2005 The moment that probably touched me the most was how Manny cut through the flowers to discover Salvador's body. It was very short, but somehow tragic. By the way, I'm moving this thread to Land of the Dead.
Grim_comician Posted November 12, 2005 Posted November 12, 2005 The most touching for me is the story about Sanspoof. Manny sounds perfect in this sad story.
Yohein Posted November 12, 2005 Posted November 12, 2005 SPOILER I remember that Lola's death shocked me. I wasn't expecting it. I think that's a great, great scene.
Fuzzy Penguin Posted November 13, 2005 Posted November 13, 2005 SPOILER I remember that Lola's death shocked me. I wasn't expecting it. I think that's a great, great scene. Yeh, I agree. Tht was a very tragic scene.
El Virus Posted November 13, 2005 Posted November 13, 2005 By the time you finish watching Manny's departure to the Ninth Underworld, and then the three Mariachis are shown by the fountain/ashtray portrayed at the very beginning. Then the credits come along with great songs like "Manny & Meche", and it was then when I realised that I had completed an excellent game and story, one which influenced who and what I was going to be, and I'll never get the chance to enjoy as much. This is pretty much what touched me the most, the credits are not a "Scene" like the ones mentioned earlier, but they are a moment and I believe they should count as well...
Shuz Posted November 14, 2005 Posted November 14, 2005 For me it was near the end where that guy you meet under the sea (can't believe I forgot) walks through the portal to the Ninth Underworld. It was so sweet and sad to see him innocently sing his song and soldier on into portal, never to be seen again. It reminded me of how far Manny has gone and how soon his (and my) journey will end. It's hard to explain but it's the moment that really touched me.
Yohein Posted November 14, 2005 Posted November 14, 2005 For me it was near the end where that guy you meet under the sea (can't believe I forgot) walks through the portal to the Ninth Underworld. It was so sweet and sad to see him innocently sing his song and soldier on into portal, never to be seen again. It reminded me of how far Manny has gone and how soon his (and my) journey will end. It's hard to explain but it's the moment that really touched me. Agree! I don't know how to explain neither, but for me it was like if the game was finishing in that moment and that was a general goodbye or something like that.
Tahnee Posted November 14, 2005 Posted November 14, 2005 For me it was near the end where that guy you meet under the sea (can't believe I forgot) walks through the portal to the Ninth Underworld. It was so sweet and sad to see him innocently sing his song and soldier on into portal, never to be seen again. It reminded me of how far Manny has gone and how soon his (and my) journey will end. It's hard to explain but it's the moment that really touched me. Chepito, I think his name was? Anyway, yes--I didn't see that scene until the second time I played the game, but it really hit a chord with me when I did see it...there's something strangely and starkly beautiful about the way it was done. I love that scene. Lola's death was another one for me...it actually made me cry. And then there's the bit in Year Three where you see that Manny renamed the SS Limo to the SS Lola--that was another touching moment for me. (It also nearly made me cry. Again.)
Grim_comician Posted November 14, 2005 Posted November 14, 2005 About Chepito, I think it was one of the main points that made Grim Fandango so great. Like a charming movie.
Kald0rei Posted November 15, 2005 Author Posted November 15, 2005 AAaah yes.. t'was bittersweet.. "This lil light of mine... I'm gonna let it shine, Let it SHiNE, let it shine, let it shine...." **tears**
Rubacava Posted November 15, 2005 Posted November 15, 2005 The moment with Manny cutting the flowers, yes. Also the end of the game. Throughout the entire ending cutscene of the game I was near tears, not only because it was touching, but because it was hitting me that "it's over..."
Guybrush17 Posted November 15, 2005 Posted November 15, 2005 Yeah I'd have to say for me the most touching scene was when Manny was cutting the flowers near Salvador's body with his scythe. Just the way it was done and the music playing, it was awesome. And the Chepito thing as well, because at that point you really realize you're approaching the end of something great, which is always sad.
Grim_comician Posted November 15, 2005 Posted November 15, 2005 I could sense my spirit raising when I hear this slow slashing sound of a scythe cutting the flowers.
Mr Cheese Posted November 15, 2005 Posted November 15, 2005 soundtracks.mixnmojo.com (in reply to "where can i get the music?")
JofaGuht Posted November 16, 2005 Posted November 16, 2005 For some reason I really like Manny punching Nick. It's touching in the way of "thank god Manny punched that guy". It's also a moment that punctuates the conflicts in year two being resolved. I guess that's why it feels that way. Another addition to the music question: That exact theme was originally used in Full Throttle during Malcolm Corley's funeral. It was a little homage to Schafer's (and McConnell's) previous game.
Shuz Posted November 17, 2005 Posted November 17, 2005 Ah yes, Chepito that's his name. So glad that you all felt the same way.
Yohein Posted November 17, 2005 Posted November 17, 2005 I'm replaying the game and I have just arrived to the part where Chepito goes to the Ninth Underworld. I still think that's a great scene, but after watching it again, I think it could be even better... Chepito's song's end was so... abrupt. I mean, why they didn't keep that echoing voice a bit more? it would have been great that Chepito's role in the game would have ended with that echoing "let it shine, let it shine, let it shine" A great scene, anyway
floundericious Posted November 21, 2005 Posted November 21, 2005 OOoooooOOOOOooooo...ooOOOOooOOOOO....mmmmMMMMEEEECHEEEEEE
Grim_comician Posted November 21, 2005 Posted November 21, 2005 I just remembered one thing: In year 4, the calm music when you're at the car outside the flowerhouse, where you can see Salvador's skull.
Stu_the_Monkey Posted November 21, 2005 Posted November 21, 2005 The first time i played it, I almost cried at the final cutscene where Manny & Meche are saying goodbye to Glottis, and they hug.. *sniff* poor old Glottis, all on his own.
F2bnp Posted December 12, 2005 Posted December 12, 2005 I was shocked when Lola died.I think it's one of it's best scenes.
Abbath Posted December 25, 2005 Posted December 25, 2005 The moment at the end of the game when Manny cut the flowers and discoverd Salvador's body ...... very touching
The Frogman Posted December 28, 2005 Posted December 28, 2005 I always thought of that scene as sort of dramatic... How Manny slices away at the flowers in slow motion with the severed flowers flying into the air, all with some soft music. Just my opinion.
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