Disney’s new documentary covering the life and work of composer John Williams, Music by John Williams, is a detailed homage to one of screen music’s most loved icons. John Williams’ film scores are known throughout the movie-going world for their orchestral sophistication and emotional complexity, making the New York City native the go-to musical inspiration for directors such as Stephen Spielberg, George Lucas, Oliver Stone, and Ron Howard. While Star Wars is arguably John Williams’ best-known score, his credits read like a who’s-who of blockbuster movies: Jaws, Close Encounters, Jurassic Park, and many others. His four Best Original Score Oscars are unmatched.
