How does John Williams's "The Adventures of Tintin" fare compared to his recent blockbuster scores?

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But JW's intentions were clear and the result is actually quite an intelligent score if you ask me.

Well, yes, but then 99% of his scores are, aren't they?

I will listen to it again, but I am not sure WotW specially stands out in that regard.

Guess I'll jump in here, though don't know how valid my opinion will be.. I actually enjoyed War of the Worlds. I saw the film in theatres with a friend of mine and wondered what williams' approach was going to be for the score. After the first 20 minutes I was reminded of JAWS in a way. It was a score that instead of a theme used an ostinato to convey the fear brought upon by the shark. I felt Williams was using a similar of not the same approach here. Not that it was a bad thing! It was most welcomed. Even when watching the movie, I did start getting goosebumps by the time it got to the ferry scene. Its just one of those scores that gets under your skin and you aren't aware of it at first, but gradually you realize that its working on a subtle level. Just my thoughts.

The "Theme from Jaws" is hummable, and furthermore instantly recognizable. Hell, even a 3-year-old would instantly recognize it. And Jaws has several other neat themes.

Is any "theme" in WotW instantly recognizable or hummable? I don't think so.

I think that's the main difference. (I am not bashing WotW, mind you, just pointing out what I perceive to be a big difference.)