‘Music by John Williams’ trailer: Steven Spielberg-produced documentary looks back at legendary composer’s life and legacy

Produced by Lucasfilm, Amblin Documentaries, and Imagine Documentaries, Music by John Williams celebrates one of cinema’s greatest musical minds

Disney+ has unveiled the trailer for Music by John Williams, a documentary celebrating the life and work of the legendary composer behind iconic scores for films such as Star Wars, Jurassic Park, and Indiana Jones. Produced by long-time collaborators Steven Spielberg, Ron Howard, and Kathleen Kennedy, the film offers an in-depth look at Williams’ remarkable career, from his early days as a jazz pianist to his status as one of the most decorated composers in history.

Music by John Williams will feature interviews with an array of artists and filmmakers whose lives and work have been influenced by his music, including George Lucas, J.J. Abrams, and Yo-Yo Ma. The documentary will explore Williams’ vast contributions to film and concert music, as well as his broader impact on popular culture. The film is also set to showcase his record-breaking 54 Oscar nominations and five Academy Award wins, with his most recent nomination coming in 2023 for Spielberg’s The Fabelmans.

The documentary, directed by Laurent Bouzereau, will kick off the 2024 AFI Fest on October 23, just eight years after Williams received the AFI Life Achievement Award. It will premiere on Disney+ on November 1, followed by a limited theatrical release in New York, Los Angeles, and London.

Spielberg, who worked with Williams on numerous projects, acknowledged the composer’s immense contributions to his films, saying, “Thank you Johnny, my movies would not be the same without you.”

Published - October 02, 2024 01:10 pm IST