When I was in high school, American music was put down (1956-1960) and I argued with my teachers on this. Now after so many years listening to film music, especially by Americans, I am proud as punch.
But hope to hear Lincoln on the Capital Fourth program this afternoon.
Also, Air Force One. After the film came out, a local station used Jerry Goldsmith's theme when they kicked off their fireworks celebration coverage for the night. It went great with the visuals, and I began associating it with the 4th of July.
Independence Day - A patriotic sense of fun. Great moment with the president's speech. Apollo 13 - The tenacity, determination and genius of American ingenuity and bravery are front and center in the film, and captured perfectly by the score. Glory - A film about heroism, patriotism and the values at the core of America's ideals.
