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"The Jazz Singer" is considered the first feature-length film with synchronized dialogue and music. It marked the transition from silent films to "talkies," showcasing the potential of music to enhance storytelling in cinema.

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Max Steiner's score for "King Kong" is one of the first to extensively use leitmotifs—recurring musical themes associated with characters or ideas—which became a staple in film music.

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"The Wizard of Oz" features an unforgettable score by Harold Arlen and E.Y. Harburg, including the iconic song "Over the Rainbow," demonstrating how music can enrich narrative and evoke emotion.

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In Alfred Hitchcock's "Rear Window," all music is diegetic, meaning it originates from within the film’s world, offering a realistic audio experience and deepening the viewer's immersion in the story.

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John Williams' score for "Star Wars" redefined the use of orchestral music in movies, with its lush, memorable themes enhancing the epic scale and emotional depth of the film.

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1984: The emergence of MTV and film soundtracks

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1984: The emergence of MTV and film soundtracks

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The 1980s saw the rise of MTV, leading to an increased emphasis on pop music in films. Movie soundtracks became hugely popular, with films like "Footloose" and "Purple Rain" incorporating pop hits into their storytelling.

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Hans Zimmer and Elton John's music for "The Lion King" blends traditional African rhythms with classic musical storytelling, demonstrating the power of music to convey cultural context and emotional depth.

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2001: The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring

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2001: The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring

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Howard Shore's score for "The Lord of the Rings" trilogy is renowned for its intricate use of leitmotifs and thematic development, adding layers of meaning to the epic narrative.

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Hans Zimmer's score for "Inception" is notable for its use of a slowed-down version of Edith Piaf’s song "Non, Je Ne Regrette Rien," which serves as a critical plot device in the film’s dream sequences.

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2018: Black Panther's innovative soundtrack

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2018: Black Panther's innovative soundtrack

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Ludwig Göransson's score for "Black Panther" integrates traditional African instruments and modern beats, reflecting the film’s themes of heritage and innovation and winning an Academy Award for Best Original Score.