A brief look at some of the highlights of film composer George Delerues career. A few directors and even more image and sound editors are found in their workspaces, reviewing the films they made in conjunction with him. His artistry in supporting without dominating the image, his subtleties in dynamics, and his instincts for nailing the emotional impact of a scene are discussed - as well as observing him engrossed in the spark of creating with keyboard, pen and paper.