ENNIO MORRICONE fans should not miss the opportunity to watch an array of iconic films with scores composed by him. They will be shown at two Broadway cinemas from Aug. 4 through Aug. 31.

Morricone’s music in films showcases his talent in diverse musical styles and instruments. Whether it’s evoking deep emotions, building suspense, or capturing the essence of nostalgia, Morricone’s music enhances the cinematic experience and leaves a lasting impression on the audience.

At the screening event, movie enthusiasts can watch from emotional epics by Giuseppe Tornatore to spaghetti westerns by Sergio Leone. All movies will be screened with both Chinese and English subtitles, except for “Everybody’s Fine” and “A Pure Formality,” which will have Chinese subtitles only.

‘Cinema Paradiso’ (1988)

Plot: A filmmaker recalls his childhood when falling in love with movies in his home village and forms a deep friendship with a cinema’s projectionist.

Music: In “Cinema Paradiso,” Morricone’s music captures a nostalgic mood. Characterized by its sentimental motifs, Morricone’s music transports the audience into a world of bittersweet memories and cinematic enchantment.

‘Everybody’s Fine’ (1990)

Plot: Matteo (Marcello Mastroianni) decides to take a trip across Italy to go visiting his five children.

Music: In “Everybody’s Fine,” Morricone’s music reflects a sense of introspection and emotional depth. The score delicately intertwines melancholic melodies with warm orchestral arrangements.

‘A Pure Formality’ (1994)

Plot: Onoff (Gérard Depardieu) is a famous writer, now a recluse. The inspector (Roman Polanski) is suspicious when Onoff is brought into the station one night, disoriented and suffering a kind of amnesia. In an isolated, rural police station, the inspector tries to establish the events surrounding a killing, to reach a startling resolution.

Music: “A Pure Formality” showcases Morricone’s ability to enhance psychological thrillers through his score characterized by its suspenseful and haunting nature.

‘A Fistful of Dollars’ (1964)

Plot: A wandering gunfighter (Clint Eastwood) plays two rival families against each other in a town torn apart by greed, pride and revenge.

Music: In “A Fistful of Dollars,” Morricone’s music captures the gritty atmosphere of the Wild West, utilizing twanging guitar motifs, harmonicas, and echoing vocals. These elements powerfully evoke the desolate landscapes and lone protagonist.

‘For a Few Dollars More’ (1965)

Plot: Two bounty hunters with the same intentions team up to track down an escaped Mexican outlaw.

Music: The film’s score prominently features a haunting melody played on the ocarina, which serves as the signature tune of the enigmatic bounty hunter, enhancing the film’s dramatic intensity.

‘The Good, the Bad and the Ugly’ (1966)

Plot: A bounty hunting scam joins two men in an uneasy alliance against a third in a race to find a fortune in gold buried in a remote cemetery.

Music: The movie score impeccably captures the grandeur and epic nature of the film, as well as the conflicting personalities of its iconic characters.

‘The Basilisks’ (1963)

Plot: The story follows the uneventful lives of three young men who live in a small, poverty-stricken village in southern Italy.

Music: In “The Basilisks,” Morricone’s music complements the film’s themes of youth, rebellion, and societal pressures. The score includes both energetic and contemplative pieces, reflecting the emotional journey of the characters and the conflicts they face.

‘Ennio: The Maestro’ (2021)

Plot: The documentary “Ennio: The Maestro” is a tribute to the life and career of the legendary Italian composer. Directed by Tornatore, who worked closely with Morricone on several films, the documentary provides an intimate and in-depth look at the maestro’s life and artistic journey.

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Venue 1: Broadway Cinematheque, 5/F, MixC World, Nanshan District (华润万象天地五楼深圳百老汇电影中心)

Metro: Line 1 to Hi-tech Park Station (高新园站), Exit A

Venue 2: Palace Cinema, 4/F, Raffles City, Nanshan District (来福士广场四楼深圳百丽宫影城)

Metro: Line 9 to Nanyou Station (南油站), Exit E

(SD News)