Elliot Goldenthal

Composer and conductor for film scores

Elliot Goldenthal - Composer and conductor for film scores
Born

May 2nd, 1954
71 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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An American composer and conductor, provided music for film and theatrical productions. Gained recognition for composing scores for films such as 'Frida' and 'Interview with the Vampire'. Won the Academy Award for Best Original Score for 'Frida' in 2003. Worked extensively in both orchestral and operatic compositions, contributing to the development of contemporary music for film.

Won Academy Award for 'Frida'

Composed scores for 'Interview with the Vampire'

Worked on multidisciplinary collaborations with theater productions

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