"This wonderful disc features a dozen new recordings of standards that Streisand covered and produced. Backed by a 75-piece orchestra, she effortlessly does her renditions of favorite movie songs from 1935 through 1988. Most impressive is her ability to give familiar, classic tunes such as "Moon River" a fresh sparkle while staying within the bounds of the original genre, a mark of musical genius. The legendary singer's gorgeous voice is as unwavering and uncompromising as ever, making this a can't-miss for Streisand fans and film buffs alike."
-Tom Henry, The Toledo Blade

"On her 60th album, Barbra Streisand returns to what she does best - - powerful ballads, sung in a voice beyond compare. All songs were sourced from films, beginning with "Smile" from Charlie Chaplin's "Modern Times" a sad, melancholy ballad about smiling through adversity. "Moon River," another gem from "Breakfast at Tiffany's" is a song Streisand was born to sing. My favorite is "You're Gonna Hear From Me" the closer, a Broadway belter in the style of Streisand's own "Don't Rain on My Parade." All in all it's a Barbra feast - - In the words of our Funny Girl: "Hello gorgeous!"
Sacramento News & Review

"Streisand's voice is still pure, powerful and note-perfect... She moves through three classics -- "Smile", 'Moon River" and "I'm in the Mood For Love" -- sometimes adding a hint of vibrato for shimmering effect. The album's best song, "The Second Time Around," has lush, full accompaniment, pushing Streisand to give her own best performance."
-Ed Symkus, Boston Herald

"a delight to listen to... Streisand performs in her usual grandeur, reminiscent of her Broadway albums. She does a lovely "Moon River" and a defiant "You're Gonna Hear From Me." "I'm In The Mood For Love" emerges as a breezy bossa nova. The Movie Album is soft and reflective. Streisand chose these songs very carefully, and each one is heartfelt to her."
-A.M. Griffith, The Virginian Pilot

"It's not very often in this life that you hear the truth. Yet, when you do, you can only sit back and marvel at it's power and wonder.
   Listening to The Movie Album is listening to the truth. The true convictions of an artist and peerless professional at the top of their game. Streisand has many times captured the truth while pursuing her art. That she still continues to explore its (and her) outer limits, when any other artist would be content to rest on their laurels, is astonishing...as is The Movie Album.
   It is a welcome balm in this troubled time."
-Steven Froias
Editor, triCityNews

"The Movie Album is like a big piece of strawberry shortcake - you just wanna dig in."
-Carson Kressley, US Weekly

"Streisand is back making beautiful music ...singing timeless numbers with depth - backed by a full band and a 75-piece orchestra, Streisand utilizes her amazing voice to its full potential - soaring, falling, always wrapping itself around the lush arrangements. She opens with "Smile", and then adds her own vocal interpretation on "Moon River." "Calling You" puts her skills as an actress to work with its haunting lyrics and melody. She closes the CD with the delightful "You're Gonna Hear From Me." It's a great number, and Streisand delivers it as if she were 21 years old again. What listeners of The Movie Album will remember is its beautiful music, and the incredibly talented woman who sings with such style and emotion."
-Susan Lotempio, BUFFALO NEWS

"This multi-talented individual's new album has twelve new recordings that include "Moon River," "Smile," "I'm In the Mood for Love," "Emily," and "The Second Time Around." Recorded with a 75-piece orchestra, the album is melodic and just wonderful listening.ÊThe CD is a welcome breath of fresh air."
-Andrew Johnson, Blackcat.com

"...this new CD [are] melodies and lyrics, unfettered by gratuitous vocal gymnastics.. Streisand could sing in her sleep the kind of lush, romantic film ballads that dominate this collection. But whether interpreting a standard such as "Smile" or "Moon River" or unearthing a lesser-known tune, she invests each word and note with respect, conviction and the buttery warmth that is her trademark."
-Elysa Gardner, USA TODAY

"Streisand gives her signature belting, resonating vocalization to...The Movie Album tracks... Not many singers can stretch the word "but" to three syllables, as she does in "I'm in the Mood for Love." Then again, not many singers have a voice like Barbra Streisand."
-Evan Henerson, Los Angeles Daily News

"Streisand's pipes are in blockbuster shape as she puts 'em behind standards line "Moon River," "Smile," "I'm in the Mood for Love" and ...gems like "Calling You (from Bagdad Cafe.) Streisand fans will flip over this stuff. They'll also especially dig the liner notes, which give a glimpse into Streisand's love affair with film and contain a personal explanation behind each cover."
-E! On-Line

"Streisand has proven once again that she is the true "Diva" and this collection will certainly become a must-have for her fans."
-Syracuse Post Standard

"Barbra Streisand stands alone. No other voice can rise and rise like hers, shimmering upwards, octave after octave, before slinking raunchily, throatily, back down. It is gorgeous."
-Nigel Farndale, The Sunday Telegraph Magazine, LONDON

"Barbra Streisand has been building toward this collection of songs from the movies since 1986. Happily, Streisand's voice, recorded before a large orchestra, remains a marvel. Sure of tone, melodious and effortlessly agile, even after 40 years and some 60 albums, Streisand remains pop's most precise singer... the gorgeous "Calling You," a jazzy bossa-nova take on "I'm in the Mood for Love" and the theatrical belter, "You're Gonna Hear From Me" ... the quality of that exquisite voice, The Movie Album deserves a big box-office reception."
-San Jose Mercury News

"Barbra Streisand's The Movie Album In which a dozen film themes are treated to lushly orchestrated end-credits renditions from the woman who gave us "Evergreen" and "The Way We Were." Babs is in exquisite vocal form."
-Ben Wener, The Orange County Register

"The eighth natural wonder of the world, otherwise known as Barbra Streisand, has spent the past four decades giving the world -- countless hours of enchantment and entertainment. For millions of us, she is an indispensable part of our lives and our consciousness. Her new, 60th CD The Movie Album is the latest showcase for her peerless voice and artistry. More important, though, is the fact that this album -- like its predecessors -- has a concept and theme with which its listeners can readily identify. On The Movie Album Barbra has chosen movie theme songs which over the years have spoken to or touched her in some way. These songs, like so many she's recorded over the years, move us because they've moved her. And her affection for them transmits itself to us."
-Andy Powell, Metroline

"Heartbreaking one minute, hope-giving the nextÑjust like a great affairÑBarbra StreisandÕs exquisite mediation on love's variables is both a career culmination and a new beginning. Forty years in, she still thrills the soul."
-Chuck Wilson, Flickers

When Barbra Streisand has a new album, it's not just a release, it's an event. "The Movie Album," a collection of songs spanning most of the twentieth century, is her latest, greatest labor of love, and you can hear it in every single song, in every single note. In a word, astonishing."
-Steven Housman, Genre Magazine

"LIKE a big stick of buttah in a satin bed on a cloud. And I do mean Barbra Joan Streisand's coming CD, "The Movie Album. Barbra's voice, as liquid as ever, literally floats above the orchestrations. The disc is, well...perfect. This is the reason Barbra exists, to deliver such perfection. Barbra achieved iconic status from the moment her first album was released, before she conquered Broadway and then Hollywood. That voice altered popular music. It's been 40 years of triumph... when she sings, she soars. Still."
-Liz Smith, The NY Post

"This labor of love's going to be big. We've heard The Movie Album and Streisand, still pop's most precise singer, sounds exquisite."
-Howard Cohen, The Miami Herald

Barbra Streisand, The Movie Album, (Columbia). 4 stars.

   For her 60th album, Barbra Streisand has come up with something special, wrapping her seemingly ageless voice around a dozen of her favorite songs from films through the years.
   Streisand and movie music prove to be a perfect combination. The singer embraces selections dating back to the 1935 standard "I'm in the Mood For Love" while extending as far forward as "Calling You," from the 1988 movie "Bagdad Café."
   Through it all, she's at ease, in command and consistently on target. Working with several different arrangers and a 75-piece orchestra, Streisand adds richness and grace to the blend of classics and less familiar fare. She was a teenager when she first sang "Moon River" in 1961, but the song truly comes alive with the clarity and the maturity that she brings to it now. The same can be said for her dynamic version of "More in Love With You," from the 1962 film "The 4 Horsemen of the Apocalypse" and her exquisite rendition of "The Second Time Around," (from 1960's "High Time") which also features some sparkling sax and piano work.
   The set's standout though is "Emily," from the 1964 movie "The Americanization of Emily." Working with renowned composer/arranger Johnny Mandel, Streisand makes full use of her expansive range, softly spinning the song's original lyrics so they're better suited for a woman to sing. With lyrical help from Alan and Marilyn Bergman, who penned a new two-line introduction for the song, Streisand turns "Emily" into her own.
   The Movie Album which will be in stores on Oct. 14, includes extensive song-by-song notes written by Streisand. There will also be a limited, collector's edition of the disc available with a bonus DVD. It's one of Streisand's best albums in years and sounds like a sure-fire hit for the gift-giving season.
-Kevin O'Hare, Newhouse News Service

"Gorgeous...the premier female singer of the modern era"
-Melinda Newman, Billboard

"This collection of pop songs culled from 60+ years of Hollywood history displays a love and understanding of movie songcraft whose depth is surprising, even coming from the legendary diva."
-Amazon.com

"On her 50th? 60th? (who's counting anyway) album of her long illustrious career, Barbra Streisand proves she'll still got more lungpower and pure vocal charisma to outshine any of the newer girls on the block. The Movie Album has been over a decade in its conception (Barbra mentioned it years ago when she reinvented Garland's "Over The Rainbow" in her 1987 One Voice concert and boy is it worth it. If you were expecting an album of tried and tired cinema tunes, think again. Barbra's always impeccable taste has sought out half-forgotten gems from 60's films (the beautiful "Emily") and unearthed new lyrics for overlooked melodies (the wonderful "Goodbye For Now" from Reds.) Her second attempt at "Moon River" - the first was over 30 years back - is pure class and "You're Gonna Hear From Me" reveals an untapped chutzpah barely heard since Funny Lady. A labour of love, and it shows.
-ATTITUDE Magazine, London, England

"With her trademark soaring vocals and incredible emotion and energy, Streisand has once again shown why she is the greatest musical diva of our time...Simply sublime - a must have!"
-Robert Diamond, BroadwayWorld.com

"...immaculately produced and sung by Streisand, who, on her 60th album, has never sounded better. She brings the appropriate sense of desolation to Bagdad Cafe's haunting "Calling You," while turning on the showbiz flair on the Broadway-style belter "You're Gonna Hear from Me" (from 1965's Inside Daisy Clover.) Streisand fans will eat this up like a bucket of popcorn."
-PEOPLE MAGAZINE

As Barbra Streisand gently glides through the initial lyric of "Smile," ..the earnest passion that underlines her performance becomes infectious. It's a masterful opening to a recording that firmly re-asserts Streisand as a peerless performer. She challengers herself further by wrapping songs like "Moon River" (from "Breakfast At Tiffany's",) "But Beautiful" ("Road To Rio") and "Calling You" (Bagdad Cafe") with faithful, often orchestral arrangements. When she does unearth a rarity, its connected to a musical legend, Stephen Sondheim's little-heard, but beloved "Goodbye For Now" from 'Reds." Her voice remains an incomparable musical instrument.. The Movie Album also provides a healthy dose of the delicious melodrama flair...She injects "The Second Time Around," "High Time" with delightful, larger-than-life-bravado."
-THE ADVOCATE

"The Movie Album touches on incontestable gems that stretch back to the 1930's ("I'm In The Mood For Love," "Smile",) the 1950's and 60's ('Wild Is The Wind," "Emily," "Moon River",) and beyond (How Do You Keep The Music Playing," "Calling You" from Bagdad Cafe.) Streisand, who with her incomparable vocal talents..simply goes to town..skillfully focusing attention on both the quality of the songs and her own still-lustrous pipes. This jewel of an album deserves pride of place alongside Streisand's Broadway tributes--themselves highpoints in her still vital career."
-William Pearl, Barnes & Noble.com

"Barbra Streisand has a hell of a voice - just like buttuh. Streisand's smooth croon creates musical evenness that allows "I'm In The Mood For Love," from the 1935 film "Every Night At Eight," to seem as contemporary as "Calling You" from 1988's "Bagdad Cafe." Along with "I'm In The Mood For Love" (rendered nicely with a bossa nova beat), the highlight tracks are the burning torch song "The Second Time Around" and "Moon River."
-Dan Aquilante, NEW YORK POST, (three stars)

"For her 60th album, in a career that spans five decades, the multi-million selling Ms. Streisand is backed by a 75 piece orchestra. Simply put, it is a postcard perfect match. Of course, the material is well-suited to such treatment. Throughout this lush collection, Streisand reveals a range of emotions. Especially heartfelt are her takes on "But Beautiful" (from "Road To Rio) and "Calling You" (from Bagdad Cafe"); With The Movie Album, Streisand remains in a league of her own.
-Michael Paoletta, Billboard

"On The Movie Album, a collection of film tunes ...that spans 53 years, from 1935 to 1988... she chose material that covers a wide spectrum of human emotions -- love, longing, loneliness, elation, defiance and resignation. Most important, she interprets each lyric as if it were written specifically to soothe her soul. Ms. Streisand's pipes are in exquisite shape. Her command of melody, her ability to belt like a showstopper and then croon harmoniously showcase amazing control. On a samba-lite version of "I'm In the Mood for Love," from 1935's Every Night at Eight, Ms. Streisand merges a romantic tone with a sultry mood. During "Emily" (1964's The Americanization of Emily), there's passion and elegance in her delivery. "Moon River" (1961's Breakfast at Tiffany's) and "How Do You Keep the Music Playing?" (1982's Best Friends) both benefit from melancholy yet resilient vocal performances. That orchestra beautifully supports Ms. Streisand note for note; it accents her every word. The pairing becomes particularly essential on "Calling You" (1988's Bagdad CafŽ) and "You're Gonna Hear From Me" (1965's Inside Daisy Clover). For the former number, singer and players convey the haunting allure of the song. On the latter, which closes the album, they combine crescendos and flourishes to express chest-pounding pride... you feel the care and warmth at the heart of this collaboration between the star and symphony. They make a great team."
-Mario Tarrdell, THE DALLAS MORNING NEWS (A-)

"For her 60th Album, ...the disc becomes a celebration of everything Streisand music has always been: big, broad and delectable. The poignant "Smile," the winsome 'Moon River" is pure buttah in her hands. And among the album's most beautiful ballads in "Emily." Streisand delivers a playful bossa nova turn on "I'm In The Mood For Love," completely redefining the song's essence. There's the dynamic "Goodbye For Now" complete with powerful (and previously unknown) lyrics from Stephen Sondheim. A refreshing change of pace from the same old compositions that generally creep up on movie music albums."
-Miriam Di Nunzio, CHICAGO SUN-TIMES

"In the 1950's this album would have been considered "mood music" because it puts the listener in a "late night" relaxing mood...just nice and mellow. In the 1960's the album might have been classified as "beautiful music" because the lush string arrangements give a soothing feeling. Barbra's voice blends nicely and reinforces the feeling created by the mood and concept. The listener has a nice variety of music. My personal favorites are "Moon River" and "Smile.""
-Bud Buschardt, ABC Radio Networks

"Superb, flowing arrangements combine with vocal stylings from of one of the greatest singers of our generation to turn this new release into an instant classic!"
-Paul McMahon, 580 Memories CKWW

"Barbra breathes new life into celluloid moments from Modern Times with "Smile," "Moon River" from Breakfast At Tiffany's and "Calling You" from Bagdad Cafe. There's many more great choices on the CD."
-FMQB

"Barbra's Movie song album is outstanding. It's one of her best and a marvelous companion to her two Broadway song albums."
-John Regan, K-SURF

"It's classic Barbara Streisand. Her vocals continue to be extraordinary! You'll want candles, a glass of wine, and the one you love when you listen to this CD."
-Chuck Stevens, WLTJ

"Barbra Streisand's new CD is absolutely wonderful. It's a rare experience of clear, real music that stands out and above just about anything on the playlists of most radio stations today."
-Matt Sedota, WEZV/WYEZ

"I absolutely love this C.D.!!!!! Barbara sounds great as always and hearing her on all these super songs from all of our favorite movies.....what a treat!"
-Kat Simons, WTVR

"My favorite cut by far is her take on "Then Second Time Around!"
-Clark Reid, KABL

"The Barbra Streisand CD, The Movie Album, is exquisite! The arrangements and the song selections are out of this world. Just to hear Barbra singing "I'm In The Mood For Love," "Moon River," "Smile," "Emily," "But Beautiful," and "The Second Time Around" is a long-awaited treat. ... Barbra Streisand just sings better and better as time goes by... Incidentally, I was pleasantly surprised and delighted to find "Wild Is The Wind," "How Do You Keep The Music Playing?" and "You're Gonna Hear From Me" included on the album."
-Chuck Southcott, Music Of Your Life Radio Network

"She's never sounded better,it's been too long since her last album. Another winning performance from Barbra, a collection of great songs and wonderful arrangements. my favorite cuts, "Smile"; "Moon River" and "You're Gonna Hear From Me"."
-Chick Watkins, Westwood One Radio Network

"Great cd....especially love "I'm in the Mood for Love" and "Wild is the Wind".
-Bob Craig, WPEN

"Who better to lend her vocal talents to a selection of movie classics? Ms. Streisand's interpretations are, as always, "picture-perfect"!"
-Tom Furci, WHUD

"If you're going release a collection of classic movie songs, there's no finer voice to sing them than Barbra Streisand. Her level of "superstar" touches every emotional chord and enables you to re-live these wonderful cinematic moments as if you are hearing them for the first time."
-Mark LaSpina, FMQB

"The best Movie I've heard in years"
-Joel Siegel

"Only Barbra Streisand can take a classic movie song and make you feel like you are hearing it for the very first time. "The Movie Album" is breathtaking, bewitching and brilliant... it simply doesn't get any better than this!"
-Clay Smith, Access Hollywood

"What a wonderful, unexpected collection of songs...and what beautiful renditions. Any album that opens with Charlie Chaplin's "Smile" has got me hooked."
-Leonard Maltin

"There are many singers who sing and actors who act - and there are a few gifted artists who sing and act. And then there is one who can do both at the same electrifying moment with pluperfect pitch as a singer and actor. Her name, of course, is Barbra - and "The Movie Album" reaffirms her unique place in American music."
-James Lipton

"Streisand breathes new life and depth into a collection of movie-music favorites. With every evocative note she sings, the legendary artist adds previously unimagined dimension to the material at hand."
-Larry Flick/Sirius/Out-Q Radio

"Shout it from the rooftops, Streisand has returned with a new album she should be proud of and her fans will cherish. This is an inspired selection of songs from an inspirational artist."
- Malcolm Prince, BBC RADIO 2

"Streisand sings in cinemascope! Incredible arrangements, wonderful orchestra!"
- Roger Foss, What's On In London

"Great orchestrations and that voice...120 stars out of 100!"
-Lee Stevens, LBC Radio