What is the reason why ``Somewhere in Time'', which defies the laws of time and overturns the laws of film, has been loved for so long?

A masterpiece admired by pianists around the world

Barry wrote this song shortly after losing his beloved father and mother in quick succession. He later stated that it was perhaps that sense of loss that made him naturally create the melody. Thoughts about the person who died and the time they will never return. That may be why it moves the notes and resonates with so many people for such a long time.

Speaking of John Barry, he is famous for the `` 007 '' series and the Academy Award-winning `` Elsa of the Wild '' (1966), but in reality, that is only the surface. Among music connoisseurs, it is widely accepted that ``Somewhere in Time'' is his best work. If you are interested, please search for " Somewhere in Time " on YouTube. Then, you're sure to find your favorite "Somewhere in Time" by pianists from all over the world, both professional and amateur. This song is a gateway to success for them, a Bayer so to speak.

Fans gather on the shores of Lake Huron every year

By the way, there is a fan club called "INSITE" that was established by enthusiastic fans in 1990 after the movie was released. The organization runs an official website where they sell not only the DVDs of the movie but also merchandise related to the movie. Also, every year, fans from all over the world gather at the Grand Hotel, a landmark of the town on Lake Huron in Michigan, USA, where the story is set, to hold a movie screening. The screening is held in October, the same month as the movie was released.

I don't think there are many movies that overturn the original expectations of the film company and are loved for so long. A story that defies the laws of time also overturns the laws of film.

Text: Kiyoto Kiyoto

Transitioned from the apparel industry to a movie writer. He regularly writes reviews for Eiga.com, Pia, J.COM Magazine, Tokyo Walker, Yahoo! News personal "Kiyoto Seito's Cinema Gym", etc. She has written books such as ``Learn from Audrey's Stylish Practice Book'' (published by Kindai Eigasha), which utilizes her knowledge of fashion. Currently in charge of commentary on BS10 Star Channel's movie information program "More Movies."

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"Somewhere in Time"

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