Ennio Morricone: In His Own Words

Ennio Morricone, the master composer of Western films, has spent 60 years reinventing the sound of cinema. In Ennio Morricone: In His Own Words, he offers an exhaustive and rich account of his life, from his early years of study to genre-defining collaborations with the most important Italian and international directors. He unveils the curious relationship between music and images in cinema and dispenses invaluable insights on composing and the broader process of adaptation.

Format: Hardback
Length: 352 pages
Publication date: 11 July 2019
Publisher: Oxford University Press Inc

Ennio Morricone, a renowned master composer, has left an indelible mark on the world of Western films. Often hailed as the greatest living film composer, his innovative scores have become synonymous with iconic movies such as The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly, as well as Sergio Leone's other masterpieces like The Mission, Cinema Paradiso, and more recently, The Hateful Eight. Over the past six decades, Morricone has continuously pushed the boundaries of cinematic sound, reinventing it time and again. In Ennio Morricone: In His Own Words, composers Ennio Morricone and Alessandro De Rosa engage in a captivating and insightful dialogue spanning years. This captivating book offers a profound and authentic portrayal of Morricone's life, encompassing his early studies, genre-defining collaborations with renowned directors, and his profound exploration of the relationship between music and images in cinema. Morricone unveils the creative urgency that drives his experimentations with absolute music, shedding light on the intricate connection between music and the visual narrative. Throughout their conversations, Morricone dispenses invaluable insights not only on composing but also on the broader process of adaptation and what it means to be human. He reminds us that coming into contact with memories involves not only melancholic reflection on the past but also a forward-looking perspective, understanding our present selves and the potential for growth and transformation. Ennio Morricone's music continues to resonate with audiences worldwide, transcending the boundaries of cinema and leaving an enduring legacy that will be cherished for generations to come.

Weight: 806g
Dimension: 238 x 164 x 27 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780190681012