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Sound of Cinema: Danny Elfman

Danny Elfman

BBC Radio 3 - Sound of Cinema, Danny Elfman

Danny Elfman talks to Matthew Sweet about his three-decade career in film music

Danny Elfman on his career in film, from his iconic collaborations with Tim Burton (Batman/Edward Scissorhands) to major Hollywood franchises (Men in Black/Fifty Shades of Grey).

Danny Elfman is one of the biggest names in film music. His numerous collaborations with Tim Burton include Batman, Edward Scissorhands, and Beetlejuice. He's scored Hollywood blockcusters Men in Black, 50 Shades of Grey, and Spider-Man, and been nominated for four Academy Awards. He's also worked extensively in television writing the themes for Desperate Housewives and The Simpsons.

From his home in Santa Barbara he talks to Matthew Sweet about starting out in the business, working with Tim Burton, and the challenges of 2020.

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