Basil Poledouris

Composer of film scores including Conan

Basil Poledouris - Composer of film scores including Conan
Born

August 21st, 1945
79 years ago

Died

November 8th, 2006
18 years ago — 61 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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A Greek-American composer and conductor, recognized for a prolific career in film scoring. Significant works include scores for movies like 'Conan the Barbarian', 'The Hunt for Red October', and 'Robocop'. Often collaborated with director Paul Verhoeven and provided music for various television projects. Received nominations for Emmy Awards, with a notable Emmy win for the miniseries 'The Last Ride of the Dalton Gang'.

Composed the score for 'Conan the Barbarian'

Created music for 'The Hunt for Red October'

Scored 'Robocop'

Won an Emmy for 'The Last Ride of the Dalton Gang'

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