Movie Night on Saturday - 16th August, 5 pm
Celebrating the Silver Screen: A Musical Journey with De Niro and Redford
Get ready for a unique and captivating two-hour programme as renowned British composer Howard Goodall takes us on a musical journey through the illustrious careers of two of Hollywood's most iconic actors – Robert De Niro and Robert Redford.
The programme, airing soon, promises to be a feast for the ears as it highlights music from different decades of filmmaking, featuring compositions by various celebrated composers. From the haunting score of Bernard Herrmann's Taxi Driver to John Barry's poignant theme for Out of Africa, the programme promises an unforgettable auditory experience.
Not only does the programme focus on the individual careers of De Niro and Redford, but it also includes music from their associated films. Fans of Martin Scorsese and Robert Redford will be delighted to hear that the programme features music from multiple films directed by these legendary directors. The programme also showcases music from films where De Niro and Redford have worked together, such as The Horse Whisperer, for which Thomas Newman composed the score.
As we approach the August anniversary of these two screen legends, the programme serves as a perfect celebration. Robert De Niro, born on August 17, and Robert Redford, born on August 18, will both be honoured with a selection of their most memorable film scores.
While there is no information available about which directors will be featured in the programme, it's worth noting that De Niro frequently collaborated with Martin Scorsese, and Redford often worked with directors like Sydney Pollack. Regardless, the programme promises to be a memorable tribute to the careers of these two iconic actors.
So, mark your calendars and get ready to immerse yourself in the world of cinematic music as we journey through the careers of Robert De Niro and Robert Redford. This is one programme you won't want to miss!
