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Music by John Williams

Name: Music by John Williams
Director: Laurent Bouzereau
Genre: Documentary, Music
Released: 2024-11-01
Cast: John Williams, Steven Spielberg, J.J. Abrams, Emanuel Ax, Kate Capshaw

DocumentaryMusic

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.

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Cast

John WilliamsSteven SpielbergJ.J. AbramsEmanuel AxKate CapshawChris ColumbusGustavo DudamelEthan GruskaPaul HirschJavier C. HernándezRon HowardThomas Hooten

Director

Laurent Bouzereau

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