Mark Kermode's Surround Sound Quotes

“I think that perfectly sums up Williams’ screen work – creating music that, at its best, can lift the soul and make it soar. As well as soundtracking the childhoods and filmgoing memories of millions of people around the world, Williams’ lasting legacy will doubtless be his respect for, and love of, the orchestra. By championing big, symphonic orchestras, Williams has inspired generations of performers and film fans.”
― Mark Kermode, Mark Kermode's Surround Sound: The Stories of Movie Music

“Crucially, the key to Williams’ success, and perhaps his greatest field of influence, is in creating music that gets straight to the heart of the film. He has an uncanny ability to translate emotion into melody, and with that he has given us a wealth of instantly recognizable tunes and memories.”
― Mark Kermode, Mark Kermode's Surround Sound: The Stories of Movie Music