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Episode 13 - How to Steal a Million
Episode 13 - How to Steal a Million
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Length:
31 minutes
Released:
Mar 6, 2019
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Podcast episode
Description
The Audrey Hepburn art caper comedy "How to Steal a Million" was a turning point in John Williams' career, at least in the eyes of the composer himself. Host Jeff Commings explains why Williams felt this was a new chapter in his professional career, and how it shaped his life going forward. The film itself was one of the biggest successes in which John Williams was able to take part, and it's in no small thanks to the main theme that's used for many different purposes.
Released:
Mar 6, 2019
Format:
Podcast episode
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