While trilogies and other such series often have the most memorable themes, there are many stand-alone films that have great themes as well. These motifs really add to these films and are often what make them so memorable.
1) The theme to Forrest Gump is so simple and beautiful. It fits perfectly with the character of Forrest- honest, sincere, and pure. No matter what happens around Forrest, he sticks to his love of God, his momma, and, of course, Jenny. Alan Silvestri's theme is so excellent in conveying all of these things.
Forrest Gump
2) I wish the audio quality on this one was better, but the score for Rudy is so moving that it really doesn't matter how it's heard. Rudy's dream of playing Notre Dame football is made realized through his hard work and perseverance, and this theme reflects the goodness of his heart. There's such a strong sense of hope and character in this melody.
Rudy
3) Braveheart has a perfect theme. James Horner's theme is incredibly heartbreaking and yet triumphant- two emotions that are inseparably connected but are so difficult to convey simultaneously. The uilleann bagpipe in particular is so stirring and magnificent.
Braveheart
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