Marco Beltrami
Composer known for film scores
Born
October 7th, 1966
58 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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An Italian-American composer and conductor, this individual gained recognition for composing music for various films, particularly in the horror genre. Notable works include scores for 'Scream', 'The Hurt Locker', and 'World War Z'. The work in horror films established a distinctive style, featuring orchestral arrangements blended with innovative sound design. Collaborations with prominent directors and continued contributions to film music solidified a respected career within the industry.
Composed the score for 'Scream'
Worked on the soundtrack for 'The Hurt Locker'
Created music for 'World War Z'
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