Composer

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John Williams

Genre

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Film

Compose Date

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2011

Average_duration

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01:05:28

"War Horse" is a 2011 epic war drama film directed by Steven Spielberg and based on the 1982 novel of the same name by Michael Morpurgo. The film premiered on December 4, 2011, at the Avery Fisher Hall in New York City and was released in the United States on December 25, 2011. The film follows the story of a young man named Albert and his horse, Joey, who is sold to the British cavalry and shipped to France during World War I. The film is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on Albert and Joey's relationship and the second part focusing on Joey's experiences during the war. The soundtrack for "War Horse" was composed by John Williams, who is known for his work on films such as "Star Wars," "Jaws," and "Indiana Jones." The soundtrack was released on December 20, 2011, by Sony Classical Records. The soundtrack features 20 tracks, with a total running time of 1 hour and 12 minutes. The tracks are divided into two parts, with the first part featuring music from the first half of the film and the second part featuring music from the second half of the film. The soundtrack features a mix of orchestral and choral music, with the London Symphony Orchestra and the Tiffin Boys' Choir providing the majority of the music. The music is characterized by its sweeping melodies and emotional themes, which capture the drama and intensity of the film. Some of the standout tracks from the soundtrack include "Dartmoor, 1912," which features a haunting melody played on the solo violin, and "The Reunion," which features a triumphant brass section and soaring strings. Overall, the soundtrack for "War Horse" is a powerful and emotional accompaniment to the film, capturing the drama and intensity of the story and bringing it to life through music.

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