HENRY JACKMAN'S GUIDE TO COMPOSING FOR MODERN CINEMA – S3 EP 9

Acclaimed composer Henry Jackman (Captain America: Civil War, The Gray Man, Cherry) joins Anthony and Joe Russo for an in-depth exploration of cinematic scoring. From early classical training to cutting-edge electronic textures, Jackman breaks down how theme, tone, and story intersect in film music.

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ABOUT THE SHOW: Created and hosted by Anthony and Joe Russo, "Pizza Film School" is a video podcast that demystifies the filmmaking world with each episode delving into creative processes, favorite films, and personal anecdotes from working in the industry, while enjoying a couple of slices from local pizzerias. An AGBO Production.

00:10 - Welcome Henry Jackman to Pizza Film School
01:45 - How Henry Got Into Music as a Child
02:49 - Life at St. Paul's Cathedral Choir School
06:55 - From Classical Training to Rave Culture
08:51 - How Drum & Bass Changed Henry's Musical Perspective
11:04 - The Blend of Classical and Electronic in Winter Soldier
13:05 - Scoring the Winter Soldier: Creative Risks & Storytelling
17:17 - Getting Discovered by Hans Zimmer
20:28 - Film Music Is Storytelling, Not Just Music
22:29 - How Cherry Was Scored with a Suite
25:30 - The Power of Music Over Dialogue in Film
27:00 - Cherry's Final Scene: Emotion Without Words
29:37 - Writing the 10-Minute Cherry Suite
32:12 - Scoring as a Foundation for Storytelling
35:54 - Scoring the Civil War Airport Battle Scene
38:49 - Why the Music Slows Down at the Moment of Impact
40:00 - Underscoring Heroic Moments in Marvel
41:06 - The Misdirection in Civil War's Nanosuit Scene
43:00 - Musical Heroism: From Strauss to John Williams
45:19 - Why Fantasy Lets You Embrace Earnestness
46:32 - Small Bites: Henry's Quickfire Answers
47:05 - Music Henry Wishes He Could Hear for the First Time
50:39 - Henry's Go-To Karaoke Song
50:53 - Henry's Favorite Piece of Music