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Thank you for your input! And sorry for the confusion. I am actually studying about the leitmotifs present in the film scores (other than Star Wars), but I felt the theme would be a much easier topic to answer for most people. And then I am tasked to figure out how the leitmotif relates to character engagement (for an English class though I am a music major). And thank you for the thread above! Very helpful!

Hi! I'm working on a project for college on leitmotifs in film scores. If you could help me out, I would greatly appreciate it! I tried to make a poll and couldn't get it to work:) Which of these John Williams film scores makes you feel the most engaged with the characters? (Your favorite outside of Star Wars) 1. E.T. (The Flying Theme) 2. Jaws (main theme) 3. Indiana Jones ("Raider's March") 4. Home Alone ("Somewhere in My Memory" 5. Harry Potter ("Hedwig's Theme") 6. Superman ("Superman March") 7. Other (please let me know) Thank you! Any input or comments would also be greatly appreciated!

Hi Schilkeman, Thank you so much for your insightful reply. I agree with you fully on your last statement. Do you by chance have any insight or opinions on the critic statement that there is an over-reliance of leitmotifs in JW's works (even non-Star Wars scores) that leads to predictability in the movies? Do you think the use of leitmotifs adds to character development or detracts from it? Again, I really appreciate your help!

Hi! I'm working on a paper for college and would appreciate your opinions and input on Star Wars and leitmotifs. Some critics argue that John Williams' use of leitmotifs can be too obvious, relying on a grand, symphonic sound. Other critics say that his use of leitmotifs runs the risk of overshadowing more subtle narrative cues or character development. What do you think? I've scoured some forums and found some views already...one person posted that they loved the simplicity of Yoda's theme. Another fan posted that they loved Rey's theme because it is whimsical and playful. With your favorite leitmotifs, do you agree with the critics above or disagree? Any comments or feedback would be really appreciated!