The Ben Shapiro Show Ben Shapiro: Guess The Movie Score | Part 2
16 snips
Nov 29, 2025 Delve into the world of movie scores with an engaging game of 'Name That Score.' Ben shares his affection for Gershwin as he discusses the enchanting music of 'American in Paris.' They explore the haunting Nazgûl theme from 'Lord of the Rings,' and reminisce about the origins of 'Mission: Impossible.' Ben debates the politics of 'The Graduate' while celebrating cinematic masterpieces. From Max Steiner's timeless scores to the thrilling sequences of Indiana Jones, this is a fun journey through memorable film music!
AI Snips
Chapters
Books
Transcript
Episode notes
Gershwin Recognition, Not Film Memory
- Ben Shapiro describes recognizing Gershwin music in An American in Paris and admits he has never actually watched the film despite praising it.
- He humorously alternates between strong admiration for the score and personal ignorance of the movie itself.
Themes Make Scores Instantly Identifiable
- Ben Shapiro uses a Nazgul scene to show how a brief motif can reveal a film and composer instantly.
- He credits Howard Shore and highlights how distinct thematic writing makes scores instantly identifiable.
Old TV Themes Outlast New Versions
- Ben Shapiro discusses Mission: Impossible and traces its theme back to the original TV show, noting the original composer matters most.
- He also connects Danny Elfman to a different cue and jokes about modern artists like Limp Bizkit writing songs.
