Nashville (1975) isn’t just a movie—it’s an American tapestry. Directed by Robert Altman, this groundbreaking ensemble film weaves together the lives of 24 characters over five days in the heart of country music. Politics, fame, and heartbreak all intersect in a chaotic, compelling portrait of a nation, but it’s the music that holds it all together.

Once Upon a Time in America (1984) is a haunting saga of friendship, betrayal, and memory—told through the smoke and shadows of 20th-century New York. Directed by Sergio Leone in his final and most ambitious film, this sprawling epic stretches across decades. But it’s the score by Ennio Morricone that gives the story its soul, elevating the film to a realm of deep, melancholic beauty.

Jonathan Livingston Seagull (1973) is a film unlike any other—part spiritual parable, part visual poem. Based on Richard Bach’s bestselling novella and directed by Hall Bartlett, the movie tells the story of a seagull who dares to dream beyond the boundaries of flight, tradition, and the ordinary. But it’s the music by Neil Diamond that gives the film its wings.

When A Star is Born (1976) hit theaters, it was more than a retelling—it was a reinvention. Directed by Frank Pierson and starring Barbra Streisand and Kris Kristofferson, the film transplanted the classic Hollywood fable into the gritty, electrified world of 1970s rock. But it was the music that truly gave this version its emotional punch—and its lasting legacy.

Bound for Glory (1976), directed by Hal Ashby, is a lyrical and politically charged biographical drama based on the life of Woody Guthrie, the iconic American folk singer and activist. Starring David Carradine in a quietly powerful performance, the film traces Guthrie’s journey during the Great Depression—from his humble Oklahoma roots to the migrant camps of California, and eventually to his rise as a voice for the downtrodden.

Ralph Bakshi’s American Pop (1981) is unlike any animated film that came before it—a sweeping, stylized journey through the 20th century, told through generations of a single American family and the evolving sound of music. But at the heart of this visionary film lies not just its bold animation or ambitious storytelling—it’s the music that makes American Pop truly unforgettable.

This striking poster titled “A Tribute to Cinematic Craftsman Alan Parker” honors the legacy of one of Britain’s most versatile and visionary directors, Sir Alan Parker (1944–2020). Known for his dynamic range, bold visual style, and emotionally charged storytelling, Parker’s filmography spans musical, drama, thriller, and historical genres—always with a distinctive cinematic voice.

Few films have ever fused image and sound as powerfully as Once Upon a Time in the West (1968). Directed by Sergio Leone and scored by Ennio Morricone, the film is a masterclass in how music can deepen character, stretch time, and elevate every glance and gesture into something mythic.

Fiddler on the Roof (1971), directed by Norman Jewison, is a beloved film adaptation of the hit Broadway musical by Jerry Bock (music), Sheldon Harnick (lyrics), and Joseph Stein (book). Set in the early 20th century in the fictional Jewish village of Anatevka in Tsarist Russia, the story follows Tevye (played by Topol in an Oscar-nominated role), a poor milkman struggling to balance tradition, faith, and the winds of social change as his daughters choose love over arranged marriage.

When Evita arrived in theaters in 1996, it was more than a film—it was a full-scale musical spectacle. Directed by Alan Parker and starring Madonna as Eva Perón, the movie brought the grandiosity of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s stage musical to the screen with sweeping visuals and an emotionally charged score that never missed a beat.