# Music by John Williams (2024)

> A polished, affectionate portrait of John Williams that celebrates the composer’s defining scores and extraordinary place in cinema.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/1033645

## Facts

- Runtime: 106 min
- Genres: Documentary, Music
- Director: Laurent Bouzereau
- Cast: John Williams, Steven Spielberg, J.J. Abrams, Emanuel Ax, Kate Capshaw, Chris Columbus, Gustavo Dudamel, Ethan Gruska
- TMDB rating: 8.0/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt26420234/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: measured
- Intensity: mild
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: none
- Mood: reverent, nostalgic, warm, quiet weekend, film history viewing

## Synopsis

Explore the life and legacy of one of cinema's greatest composers, revealing the magic behind the music.

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