A rich collection of insights from nearly two decades of "Film Musings" columns, this volume features Royal S. Brown's reviews of important movie score recordings. It includes critiques of original soundtracks from films of the era, reissues of classic scores, and newly recorded versions. Notably, the book also presents interviews with renowned composers like David Raksin and Howard Shore, offering readers a deeper understanding of the music behind the films.
Royal S. Brown Boeken
1 januari 1940


Draws on film, music, and narrative theory to present a comprehensive aesthetics of film music. This book traces the history of film music from its beginnings, covering both American and European cinema. It features readings of several of the best film/score interactions, including Psycho, Laura, The Sea Hawk, and Double Indemnity.