Ever noticed how Jaws made you afraid of a swimming pool? This series breaks the spell.
60 minSeason 1 • Episode 3
LatestChanging technology has taken film soundtracks in new directions and changed perceptions on how they should be made. Includes an interview with Vangelis, who shares his inspiration for the Chariots of Fire and Blade Runner scores.
Series celebrating the art of the cinema soundtrack, as Neil Brand explores the work of the great movie composers and demonstrates their techniques.
Direction
Neil Brand's piano demonstrations make theory viscerally thrilling.
Writing
Deconstructs iconic scores without killing the magic.
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Brand reveals that John Williams wrote Jaws assuming Spielberg would reject it — the 'cheap' two-note idea was a placeholder that became iconic through sheer audacity.
This BBC series premiered during a renaissance of film score appreciation, predating YouTube channels like 'Sideways' that now dominate music analysis discourse.
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