All articles tagged with #film score
Mark Ronson is set to compose the score for Greta Gerwig's upcoming 'Narnia' adaptation on Netflix, a prequel to 'The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe,' expected to release in 2026, with a cast including Meryl Streep and Daniel Craig, and following his successful work on 'Barbie.'
Lalo Schifrin, renowned Argentine-American composer known for his iconic 'Mission: Impossible' theme and scores for numerous films and TV shows, has died at age 93. His innovative blending of rhythm, texture, and melody made him a prominent figure in the music industry, with a career spanning jazz, opera, and film scoring.
Quincy Jones, the legendary music producer, arranger, and film-score writer, passed away on November 3rd at the age of 91. Known for his culinary skills as much as his musical genius, Jones was famous for his unique cooking style, particularly his lemon meringue pie and gumbo. His influence on popular music spanned over half a century, leaving a lasting legacy in the industry.
Oscar and Grammy-winning composer Ludwig Göransson discusses scoring Christopher Nolan's upcoming film "Oppenheimer," a biographical drama about J. Robert Oppenheimer and the Manhattan Project. Göransson describes the process as a collaborative effort with Nolan, creating a score that goes beyond what he believed was humanly possible. The music ranges from intense and disorienting to breathtaking, reflecting the film's gripping thriller, unconventional biopic, devastating horror, and haunting love story elements. "Oppenheimer" is set to release on July 21st.
Composer John Williams reflects on composing the music for Indiana Jones 5, including a new theme for the character Helena. Director James Mangold praises Williams' scene work and describes their collaboration as a duet. The runtime for Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny is 2 hours and 34 minutes, and the movie is set to release on June 30, 2023.
Japanese director Makoto Shinkai's recent anime films have featured the music of Japanese rock band Radwimps, resulting in award-winning scores and a broadened audience for the band. The collaboration began with the global hit "Your Name" and continues with their latest film, "Suzume." Lead singer and songwriter Yojiro Noda sees the partnership as a chance to push the band's artistic boundaries while learning new skills like orchestration. The band's music has even influenced changes to Shinkai's narratives.