Score: A Film Music Documentary
Synopsis
Music is an integral part of most films, adding emotion and nuance while often remaining invisible to audiences. Matt Schrader shines a spotlight on the overlooked craft of film composing, gathering many of the art form’s most influential practitioners, from Hans Zimmer and Danny Elfman to Quincy Jones and Randy Newman, to uncover their creative process. Tracing key developments in the evolution of music in film, and exploring some of cinema’s most iconic soundtracks, 'Score' is an aural valentine for film lovers.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Score: A Film Music Documentary - Official UK TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2018-03-28
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Hans Zimmer
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Danny Elfman
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Quincy Jones
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Randy Newman
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James Cameron
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Mark Mothersbaugh
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Bear McCreary
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Howard Shore
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Alexandre Desplat
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Trent Reznor
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Atticus Ross
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Rachel Portman
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Marco Beltrami
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Tyler Bates
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Brian Tyler
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David Arnold
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Christophe Beck
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Paul Broucek
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Streaming Window: 182 DaysHamptons International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
June 16, 2017
Wide Cinema Exhibition
December 15, 2017
VOD & Digital Platforms
May 9, 2018
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Matt Schrader
- Screenplay & Story
- Matt Schrader
- Original Score
- Ryan Taubert
- Original Title
- Score: A Film Music Documentary
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 34m
- Production Studios
- Epicleff Media
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Matt Schrader
Matt Schrader
Ryan Taubert
Kenny Holmes, Nate Gold
Matt Schrader, Kenny Holmes
Robert Kraft, Trevor Thompson, Matt Schrader, Nobuko Toda, Kenny Holmes
Department Leadership Roster
Matt Schrader
Director
Robert Kraft
Producer
Matt Schrader
Editor
Trevor Thompson
Producer
Kenny Holmes
Editor
Matt Schrader
Writer
Kenny Holmes
Producer
Kenny Holmes
Director of Photography
Nate Gold
Producer
Nate Gold
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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What is Score: A Film Music Documentary about?
Music is an integral part of most films, adding emotion and nuance while often remaining invisible to audiences. Matt Schrader shines a spotlight on the overlooked craft of film composing, gathering many of the art form’s most influential practitioners, from Hans Zimmer and Danny Elfman to Quincy Jones and Randy Newman, to uncover their creative process. Tracing key developments in the evolution of music in film, and exploring some of cinema’s most iconic soundtracks, 'Score' is an aural valentine for film lovers.
Who directed Score: A Film Music Documentary?
Score: A Film Music Documentary was directed by Matt Schrader.
Who stars in Score: A Film Music Documentary?
The principal cast of Score: A Film Music Documentary includes Hans Zimmer, Danny Elfman, Quincy Jones, Randy Newman, James Cameron.
When was Score: A Film Music Documentary released and how long is it?
Score: A Film Music Documentary was released in 2017 with a total runtime of 1h 34m.
Who composed the musical score for Score: A Film Music Documentary?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Score: A Film Music Documentary was composed by Ryan Taubert.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Score: A Film Music Documentary?
Score: A Film Music Documentary holds official age classifications: CA: 14A; DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).