Laurent Bouzereau’s latest documentary, Music by John Williams, is set to make its world premiere on the opening night of the 2024 Los Angeles film festival. The 38th AFI Fest, which runs from October 23 to October 27 at Hollywood’s TCL Chinese Theatres, is sponsored by Canva with additional support from Fiji Water. This highly anticipated film explores the life and career of John Williams, the iconic composer who has earned 54 Oscar nominations, winning five.
Williams’ remarkable career spans decades, and his influence on film music is unparalleled. The documentary is produced by Lucasfilm, Amblin Documentaries, and Imagine Documentaries, offering a comprehensive look at the man whose music has become synonymous with cinematic storytelling. Some of Williams’ most celebrated works include scores for Fiddler on the Roof, Jaws, Star Wars: Episode IV — A New Hope, E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial, and Schindler’s List.
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AFI president and CEO Bob Gazzale expressed his enthusiasm for hosting the world premiere, describing John Williams as an American icon with a global influence. Following its premiere, Music by John Williams will have a limited theatrical release before its Disney+ debut on November 1. The full AFI Fest lineup will be revealed on October 1.
Williams, now 92, received the AFI Life Achievement Award in 2016, marking the first time a composer was honored with this prestigious accolade. The documentary’s director, Laurent Bouzereau, shared his personal connection to Williams’ music, reflecting on how the composer’s scores captivated him as a child growing up in France. Bouzereau emphasized the importance of telling Williams’ story, not just as a tribute to one of the greatest composers of all time, but also to highlight the enduring power of orchestral music in film.
The documentary features interviews with an impressive array of Williams’ collaborators and admirers, including Steven Spielberg, Kathleen Kennedy, Frank Marshall, Gustavo Dudamel, J.J. Abrams, Ron Howard, and many others. These interviews provide insight into the profound impact Williams has had on both the film industry and his peers.
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