Max Steiner's Now, Voyager

The analysis highlights Max Steiner's pivotal role in shaping early Hollywood scoring, particularly through his acclaimed works for King Kong and Now, Voyager. It utilizes primary resources from the Max Steiner collection, including personal letters and his unpublished autobiography, to delve into his evolving understanding of music's dramatic function in film. This study not only sheds light on Steiner's contributions but also engages with broader film musicology debates, examining the significance of scores in film interpretation and criticism.