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Music by John Williams
Documentary · 2024
His unforgettable scores are an essential part of some of the most beloved movies of our time, over a career that spans decades. See and hear maestro John Williams' own story, with insights from filmmakers, musicians, and others he has inspired, complete with rare behind-the-scenes looks at the making of movie history.
The sides of Music by John Williams
- John Williams at the piano and the podium
- The scores of Star Wars, Jaws and E.T.
- Steven Spielberg and George Lucas on their composer
Music by John Williams is good for you if…
- you get chills from the Jaws theme and the Star Wars march.
- you like seeing how a few notes became movie magic.
- you want John Williams telling his own story.
Music by John Williams is bad for you if…
- you find decades of archive footage and old film clips dated.
- you roll your eyes at a long warm tribute.
About: creation · cinema · a life in music
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