*Read John Williams’ biography here Jurassic ParkThis 1993 film was another collaboration with Steven Spielberg. This, the first of five movies, is based on the Michael Crichton novel of the same name. It’s set on an island near Costa Rica where a billionaire philanthropist and his team of genetic scientists have created a dinosaur wildlife…
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A to Z Challenge: I (John Williams’ film scores)
*Read John Williams’ biography here Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost ArkThe first of (soon to be) five action adventure movies was released in 1981. This is another in the long line of Steven Spielberg directed movies John Williams wrote scores for (he’s doing movie number five as well). The movies star Harrison…
A to Z Challenge: H (John Williams’ film scores)
*Read John Williams’ biography here Home AloneReleased in 1990, Home Alone has become a classic Christmas comedy film. The movie was directed by Cris Columbus and stars Macaulay Culkin as Kevin, an 8 year old who is accidentally left behind when his family leaves for an overseas holiday at Christmas. Kevin loves being home alone…
A to Z Challenge: G (John Williams’ film scores)
*Read John Williams’ biography here A Guide for the Married ManThis 1967 comedy stars Walter Matthau and was directed by Gene Kelly. The story follows Paul Manning, who has discovered his friend and neighbour, Ed, has been cheating on his wife. Ed explains the tactics of men who have successfully committed adultery which tempts Paul…
A to Z Challenge: F (John Williams’ film scores)
*Read John Williams’ biography here Fiddler on the RoofReleased in 1971, Fiddler on the Roof is a musical directed by Norman Jewison. Adapted from the 1964 Broadway musical, the film stars Topol in the lead role. To quote Wikipedia, “the film centers on Tevye, the father of five daughters, and his attempts to maintain his…