Henry Mancini’s career

Title

Henry Mancini’s career

Genre

News report; Interview; Obituary; Music

TX Date

Unknown

Year of production

1994

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Duration

00:03:36

Description

Report on the life and career of composer Henry Mancini follwing his death from pancreatic cancer; his early career and move to Hollywood and the films he scored; awards and accolades he received. Includes archive interviews with Mancini on his scores and his cancer and Andy Williams tribute at gala concert for Mancini’s 80th birthday. Male reporter not identified. Includes clips of his music including Moon River.

Contributors

Andy Williams; Henry Mancini

Keywords

Deaths; Awards; Cancer; Hollywood; Henry Mancini; Composers; Film music

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