David Arnold on 'Skyfall'...
#61
Posted 03 November 2011 - 01:33 PM
If Arnold were for someone reason not used, I certainly hope not, then I would vote for Desplat next. I've been a fan for many years, and his score for the Ghost Writer is absolutely incredible. His scores for thew Largo Winch films are also a nod to the Bond style scores.
However, with Mendes helming, if Arnold isn't returning, I think it is safe to say that Thomas Newman will be scoring (due to their close relationship). T. Newman is a fantastic composer. He has some sounds that I not a huge fan of, but they always fit in well with the film. I do know that he would do an amazing job. By the way, his score for Road to Perdition is great! I find that it has great themes, it can be very chilling, adventurous, beautiful (certain tracks with the piano), and emotional.
I do think that letting a Media Venture composer such as Hans Zimmer, or the likes, would be a great disservice to the fans, film, and series. I'll be OK will just about any composer but one of those schmoes. A knowledge of Musical Theory, I believe, is essential for a Bond composer. Not something that Media Ventures represents.
Oh, by the way, I think Bassey needs to come back for this one.
#62
Posted 03 November 2011 - 01:53 PM
#63
Posted 03 November 2011 - 02:37 PM
According to the press release on MI6 he's back. It's in there. Unless that's just them assuming it.
I think they must have assumed that it's not in the actual body of the press release it's in the briefing bit that I think they've tagged on. I wonder...
#64
Posted 03 November 2011 - 02:42 PM
If that's indeed the case, then EON probably didn't feel that the annoucement that David Arnold will remain as composer was big enough for the press conference. After all, they're annoucing SKYFALL to the world, not just to the fans. Most people on the street probably wouldn't be able to name Arnold as the composer, much less care if he was replaced by someone else.According to the press release on MI6 he's back. It's in there.
#65
Posted 03 November 2011 - 02:55 PM
If that's indeed the case, then EON probably didn't feel that the annoucement that David Arnold will remain as composer was big enough for the press conference. After all, they're annoucing SKYFALL to the world, not just to the fans. Most people on the street probably wouldn't be able to name Arnold as the composer, much less care if he was replaced by someone else.
According to the press release on MI6 he's back. It's in there.
All the other key HODs are listed with the exception of the composer. I think Eon could be in the process of doing the deal with another composer - Thomas Newman? - but the deal is not
locked yet.
#66
Posted 03 November 2011 - 03:06 PM
#67
Posted 03 November 2011 - 04:17 PM
Never understood all the love for Tennant, I can only assume that his fanabse is mainly people who never saw the original series, as he doesn't resemble the character I know and love in any way.
I know its OT but I totally agree. Overrated to the extreme... and quite annoying at times.
#68
Posted 03 November 2011 - 05:11 PM
It's not in the release posted on CBn, so I'm thinking this is still up in the air.
Here's the press release that went out on PR Newswire:
http://www.prnewswir...-133144863.html
Here's the paragraph about crew members:
The Director of Photography is Roger Deakins, a nine-time Oscar® nominee who previously shot the films Jarhead and Revolutionary Road for Mendes. The Production Designer is Oscar® winner Dennis Gassner, who previously designed Quantum of Solace and collaborated with Mendes on the films Road to Perdition and Jarhead. The Editor is Stuart Baird, A.C.E., whose many credits include Casino Royale. Jany Temime, whose many credits include the Harry Potter series, In Bruges, and Children of Men, is the Costume Designer. Action specıalıst Alexander Witt is the 2nd Unit Director. Gary Powell is Stunt Co-ordinator, Chris Corbould is SFX Supervisor and Steve Begg is Visual Effects Supervisor, all of whom have worked on previous Bond films.
#69
Posted 03 November 2011 - 07:08 PM
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#70
Posted 03 November 2011 - 09:01 PM
You would think that he'll be sitting down with producers planning what direction to take the score in.
AND Sam Mendes, of course :-) I agree...
So maybe no Arnold this time - why? CR was his greatest work so far of all his Bonds, and QOS was even better, I think.
Mr. John Barry has passed away now.... so what about Rolfe "The Hunting Party" Kent or Terence Blanchard? Or Michael Giacchino!
Edited by Lionheart, 03 November 2011 - 09:08 PM.
#71
Posted 04 November 2011 - 04:38 AM
I love Murray Gold's work on Doctor Who, and I have no doubt he would be capable. As would Michael Giacchino (The Incredibles has to have the greatest James Bond score in a non-Bond film, and his work on Alias also gives him some real credibility). Still, David Arnold should be the only choice. He loves doing Bond, and it shows. Just more James Bond Theme this time--I understand why it was muted in CR, not so sure why in QOS. And Shirely Bassey--no one else--for the title song.
#72
Posted 04 November 2011 - 10:46 AM
#73
Posted 04 November 2011 - 11:12 AM
#74
Posted 04 November 2011 - 11:29 AM
Two words for you... Thomas Newman....
#75
Posted 04 November 2011 - 11:30 AM
What if we're asking for people to stop using Murray Gold and James Bond in the same sentence? Is it okay then?Can we not mention Murray Gold and Bond in the same sentence please?
#76
Posted 04 November 2011 - 12:30 PM
Can we not mention Murray Gold and Bond in the same sentence please? His work on DOCTOR WHO has admittedly got heaps better but he is a complete amateur who overscores at every turn. And being Bondish is not enough for any Bond creative role.
Yes, he overscores shamelessly. He also underlines everything so heavy-handedly. If something funny happens, the music goes all “comic” just to make certain we get it.
It’s infuriating.
#77
Posted 04 November 2011 - 12:38 PM
Can we not mention Murray Gold and Bond in the same sentence please? His work on DOCTOR WHO has admittedly got heaps better but he is a complete amateur who overscores at every turn. And being Bondish is not enough for any Bond creative role.
Yes, he overscores shamelessly. He also underlines everything so heavy-handedly. If something funny happens, the music goes all “comic” just to make certain we get it.
It’s infuriating.
One of my pet peeves, and Arnold is guilty of this too. And he did the comic music during the "dinner jacket" exchange in CR.
But Arnold at least does some beautiful Barry-esque music, and so whoever comes on board, I hope they pay tribute to John Barry.
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#78
Posted 04 November 2011 - 01:49 PM
#79
Posted 04 November 2011 - 02:03 PM
#80
Posted 04 November 2011 - 02:36 PM
So I was checking IMDB this morning, and of course they've updated BOND 23 to SKYFALL...Another thing I noticed was that Music is by David Arnold. Now this could be something, it could be nothing. But 9 times out of 10, isn't IMDB usually right? Just a thought.
No. It is not even frequently right. Arnold HIMSELF said he doesn't know. As such, noone knows.
#81
Posted 04 November 2011 - 02:39 PM
Arnold HIMSELF said he doesn't know. As such, noone knows.
Sam, Barbara and Michael might.
#82
Posted 04 November 2011 - 02:49 PM
#83
Posted 04 November 2011 - 02:52 PM
So I was checking IMDB this morning, and of course they've updated BOND 23 to SKYFALL...Another thing I noticed was that Music is by David Arnold. Now this could be something, it could be nothing. But 9 times out of 10, isn't IMDB usually right? Just a thought.
IMDB might be right 9 times out of 10 regarding movies that are completed and have been released. for movies that are still in production and the subject of many rumors, not nearly as accurate.
#84
Posted 04 November 2011 - 05:09 PM
#85
Posted 04 November 2011 - 05:39 PM
#86
Posted 05 November 2011 - 05:54 PM
#87
Posted 05 November 2011 - 06:43 PM
#88
Posted 05 November 2011 - 08:30 PM
At first I always put John Barry, followed by Marvin Hamlisch, George Martin, Michael Kamen, David Arnold, Eric Serra.
I do not know about you but I want Edward Shearmur, his soundtrack for Johnny English was perfect for a James Bond movie!
#89
Posted 05 November 2011 - 09:26 PM
Arnold's best Bondscore so far is TWINE. Edward Shearmur is Arnold-lite and Thomas Newman is not very exciting either.Unfortunately David Arnold in the last soundtracks to me were a little disappointing, my favorite will always be Tomorrow never dies, because he used more orcherstra guitar for the Bond theme, little electronic music, my favorite style, because they remind much work by the master John Barry.
At first I always put John Barry, followed by Marvin Hamlisch, George Martin, Michael Kamen, David Arnold, Eric Serra.
I do not know about you but I want Edward Shearmur, his soundtrack for Johnny English was perfect for a James Bond movie!
#90
Posted 06 November 2011 - 08:24 PM
I also remeber reading somewhere that Arnold was in talks with the producers on doing something for '50th anniversary'. Could this be another 'Shaken and Stirred' project?