David Raksin
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David Raksin was an American composer noted for his work in film and television. Raksin had more than 100 film scores and 300 television scores to his credit. Some sources called him the "Grandfather
David Raksin
Laura (1944 film)
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Laura is a 1944 American film noir produced and directed by Otto Preminger. It stars Gene Tierney and Dana Andrews, along with Clifton Webb, Vincent Price, and Judith Anderson.
David Raksin
…assignments was as assistant to Charlie Chaplin in the composition of the score for Modern Times (1936). He is perhaps best remembered for his score for Laura (1944). The theme music for "Laura", with lyrics by Johnny Mercer, became a major hit. During Raksin's lifetime, "Laura" was reportedly the second…
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Gene Tierney in a publicity photo
Dana Andrews as Det. Mark McPherson
Webb, Tierney, and Price in the film's trailer