The best Hans Zimmer’s documentary movies
We present our ranking of the best Hans Zimmer’s movies. Do you love cinema? Or are you looking for a movie of your favorite actor to watch tonight? Surely you have some to see or that you did not know yet about Hans Zimmer.
Making Waves : The Art of Cinematic Sound
7.6/10
An exploration of the history, artistry and emotional power of cinema sound, as revealed by legendary sound designers and visionary directors, via interviews, clips from movies, and a look at their actual process of creation and discovery.
Ending the Knight
8.5/10
A comprehensive look into how Director Christopher Nolan and his production team made "The Dark Knight Rises" the epic conclusion to the Dark Knight legend. These cover stunts and action, production/vehicle design, various effects, photography and shooting IMAX, sets and locations, sound design and music, story/character areas, cast and performances, and some general thoughts about the series.
Score: A Film Music Documentary
7.5/10
Music is an integral part of most films, adding emotion and nuance while often remaining invisible to audiences. Matt Schrader shines a spotlight on the overlooked craft of film composing, gathering many of the art form’s most influential practitioners, from Hans Zimmer and Danny Elfman to Quincy Jones and Randy Newman, to uncover their creative process. Tracing key developments in the evolution of music in film, and exploring some of cinema’s most iconic soundtracks, 'Score' is an aural valentine for film lovers.
Inside Interstellar
8.2/10
Cast and crew of Christopher Nolan's 'Interstellar' discuss project origins, the film's imagery, ambitions, incorporating IMAX footage, the human element within the film, arm shooting locations outside of Calgary, the set construction and design, working with real corn, mechanical characters, including backstory, design, the blend of practical and digital effects in bringing them to life, the differences in the characters, the human performances behind the characters, the creative process behind the film's music, Icelandic locations, vehicle interiors, the processes of simulating the absence of gravity, the crucial end-film visuals and influence and inspiration for future generations
Making Malinche: A Documentary by Nacho Cano
4.8/10
Join the creative process behind Nacho Cano’s new musical based on the love story of Malinche and Hernán Cortés and the merging of their two worlds.
The Prince of Egypt: From Dream to Screen
The making of The Prince of Egyot (1998).
The Making of the Lion King
7.7/10
A behind-the-scenes look at the making of The Lion King.
Cherry Bomb: The Documentary
8.1/10
Illegal Civ Cinema made a documentary about the making of Tyler's latest album, Cherry Bomb.
The Distortion of Sound
5.4/10
The last two decades have seen a striking decline in the quality of sound and listening experience. Compressed music, MP3s and streaming, have diminished the quality and flattened the emotion. Marketing gimmicks and convenience now take the place of excellence. The Distortion of Sound is an eye-opening exposé of the current state of sound starring Linkin Park, Slash, Quincy Jones and more. This documentary will open your ears and inspire you to reach for richer, more soul-stirring musical experiences.
Miss Daisy's Journey: From Stage to Screen
7.8/10
Behind the scenes of the making of Driving Miss Daisy (1989)
The Golden Hour: Making of Days of Thunder
8.3/10
An in-depth, two-part documentary by FOX Sports on the making of the 1990 film "Days of Thunder" a few months after its 30th anniversary. The behind-the-scenes retrospective interviews those involved with the film, NASCAR itself and others in the industry.
