Max Steiner: Maestro of Movie Music (2019)

Name: Max Steiner: Maestro of Movie Music
Genre: Documentary
Released: 2019
Duration: 120 min
Rating: 7.6
Cast: Max Steiner, Lionel Friedberg, Leonard Maltin, Ray Faiola, Jon Burlingame

2h Austria, United States of America

Documentary

Plot

Explore the remarkable journey of Max Steiner, the Austrian composer who revolutionized film scoring. Renowned for his work on iconic movies such as King Kong, Gone with the Wind, and Casablanca, Steiner's innovative approach laid the groundwork for modern film music. This documentary delves into his creative processes and the myriad of films he contributed to, highlighting how his compositions not only enhanced storytelling but also changed the landscape of cinematic sound. Discover the legacy of a true maestro whose influence endures in the art of filmmaking today.

Cast

Max Steiner Lionel Friedberg Leonard Maltin Ray Faiola Jon Burlingame Robert Townson Joe Rinaudo Scott Lasky Stan Taffel Ken Rosen Steven C. Smith James D'Arc Peter Wegele John W. Morgan William T. Stromberg