10 Great Movies Recommended by Hans Zimmer

"Hans Zimmer has long been in a running battle with John Williams for the title of 'world's greatest film composer'. The man doesn't just score movies, he reshapes them. With just a few notes, he can turn a ticking watch into a panic attack, or a rising string into a spiritual awakening. His music doesn't sit behind the action; it charges right through it.But Zimmer isn't just a masterful composer with an ear for the epic; he's also a genuine movie lover. He's championed a range of films over the years, from quiet indies to thunderous spectacles. 'That's what movies are supposed to do to you,' Zimmer said during his trip to the Criterion Closet. 'You're supposed to get excited about life.' Here are some of his most intriguing recommendations."-Luc Haasbroek-