1962年影片《Mr. Hobbs Takes a Vacation》原声by Jason AnkenyWritten in the wake of Henry Mancini's landmark Breakfast at Tiffany's, 1962's Mr. Hobbs Takes a Vacation can't help but suffer by comparison, but while this appealingly frothy confection lacks substance, it nevertheless retains the wit and style that are the hallmarks of all of Mancini's finest efforts, and clearly merits the rediscovery this lavish Intrada reissue affords. Employing the small jazz combo approach of past classics like Peter Gunn, Mancini creates a series of quirky yet lighthearted melodies that eloquently underscore the trials and tribulations facing Jimmy Stewart's titular hero. The music gracefully sidesteps the more boorish pitfalls of comedic soundtracking, and its infectious is undeniable. Intrada's 2003 release features a handful of demo tracks and generous photos stills. It's an essential purchase for Mancini devotees.