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Exploring The Musical Themes of ‘The Last Jedi’

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John Williams’ score for ‘The Last Jedi’ is as dynamic and different as the movie itself.

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Will 2018 Be the Year Jon Brion Finally Gets Nominated for an Academy Award?

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It’s time for the Academy to recognize the work of one of Hollywood’s most talented film composers.

2017 Films Through Dance

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Thor: Rangnarok

Why ‘Thor: Ragnarok’ Proves There’s Hope for Marvel’s Forgettable Score Problem

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Thor: Ragnarok’s score is an 80s-tinged cosmic funk fest and Marvel should be taking notes.

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The Musical Motifs of Christopher Nolan’s Protagonists

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Scoring Scares: How Music Affects Tension

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‘The Meyerowitz Stories’ and the Tradition of Family Singing in Film

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Noah Baumbach elevates a film trope from the 1940s.

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Forget Movies: What Are the Rules for the Perfect Halloween Playlist?

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Halloween playlists, unlike movies, come with far fewer ground rules or critical consensus.

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Mac Quayle on the Role of Music In ‘Mr. Robot’

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The Emmy-winning composer talks about working with one of his influences, his composing process and his success with Mr. Robot.