06 Oct 2009
Darwin's Darkest Hour
In 1858 Charles Darwin struggles to publish one of the most controversial scientific theories ever conceived, while he and his wife Emma confront family tragedy.
Music by John Williams
The man behind the maestro.
His unforgettable scores are an essential part of some of the most beloved movies of our time, over a career that spans decades. See and hear maestro John Williams' own story, with insights from filmmakers, musicians, and others he has inspired, complete with rare behind-the-scenes looks at the making of movie history.
Top Billed Cast
Emanuel Ax Self - Pianist
Kate Capshaw Self - Actor / Wife of Steven Spielberg
Gustavo Dudamel Self - Composer / Conductor, LA Phil
Ethan Gruska Self - Record Producer / Grandson of John Williams
Javier C. Hernández Self - Culture Reporter, The New York Times
Karen Johnson Self - Concert Master, US Marine Chamber Orchestra
Seth MacFarlane Self - Filmmaker / Vocalist
Branford Marsalis Self - Saxophonist / Composer
Chris Martin Self - Musician, Coldplay
Elvis Mitchell Self - Host of The Treatment, KCRW
Anne-Sophie Mutter Self - Violinist
Itzhak Perlman Self - Violinist
Ke Huy Quan Self - Actor
Alex Ross Self - Music Critic / Historian
Helen Wargelin Self - Second Horn, Virginia Symphony Orchestra
Jenny Williams Self - Daughter of John Williams
Christopher Reeve Self - Actor (archive footage)
Simone Porter Self (archive footage)
Barbara Ruick Reno Barmaid (archive footage) (uncredited)
Cher Self (archive footage) (uncredited)
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