Elliot Goldenthal, a renowned composer, has made a lasting impact in the film industry with his original music scores for a wide range of cinematic masterpieces. Born on May 2, 1954, in Brooklyn, New York, Goldenthal's early life was marked by a strong connection to music and theatre, as he played with his school rock band during the 1960s.
As a young student, Goldenthal's passion for the arts led him to stage his first ballet at John Dewey High School in Brooklyn in 1968. He went on to graduate from the same school in 1971 and later attended the Manhattan School of Music, where he studied under the tutelage of esteemed composers Aaron Copland and John Corigliano. Goldenthal's academic pursuits culminated in the earning of his Master's degree in composition.
Throughout his illustrious career, Goldenthal has composed music for numerous films, including Julie Taymor's critically acclaimed Frida (2002),Clark Johnson's S.W.A.T. (2003),Joel Schumacher's Batman Forever (1995) and Batman & Robin (1997). He has also collaborated with director Neil Jordan on five films, including Michael Collins (1996) and Interview with the Vampire (1994),for which he received two Oscar nominations.
Since the early 1980s, Goldenthal has been working closely with Julie Taymor, with whom he shares a creative partnership in both film and life. Their collaborative efforts have resulted in a string of acclaimed films, including Titus (1999),Frida (2002),and Across the Universe (2007),earning them numerous awards and nominations for their innovative and highly acclaimed work.
