December 15th 2024.
Lorne Balfe is a name that may not be familiar to many, but his work certainly is. With over 192 credits to his name, Lorne has made a huge impact in the world of film. In a recent interview, he shared his thoughts on the importance of constantly evolving as an artist, and we couldn't agree more.
From Mission: Impossible to the highly-anticipated new Wallace and Gromit film, Lorne has likely worked on some of your favorite movies without you even realizing it. While you may not have seen him on screen, you have undoubtedly heard his work as the composer of numerous epic film scores. His impressive CV includes scores for Megamind, Black Widow, Lego Batman, Dungeons & Dragons, The Crown, and even video games like Dragon Age: The Veilguard.
It's no surprise that Lorne's resume is filled with such diverse projects when you consider that he started his career working alongside industry titan Hans Zimmer. With such an impressive mentor, it's no wonder Lorne has achieved so much success in the film industry.
In an interview, Lorne shared his thoughts on the role of a film score, saying, "A [soundtrack] underscores the emotion. It helps you relate to these characters." He went on to explain that a good film score should be able to transport the audience and make them feel connected to the characters and their emotions. He cited Darth Vader's iconic theme as an example, humbly mentioning one of the few mega-franchises he has yet to work on.
Lorne's work spans across 200 films, and he has composed music for projects ranging from Mission: Impossible to Wallace and Gromit. When asked about his diverse range of projects, Lorne stated, "It's important to be varied with what you're doing." He also mentioned that he enjoys working with people and subjects that interest him, rather than just falling in love with a potentially changeable script.
As a composer, Lorne is often the last person to join the production of a film. This means that he spends a lot of time collaborating with directors and filmmakers to ensure that his music fits seamlessly with the visuals. In order to work well with others, it helps if you get along, and Lorne has certainly mastered this skill.
After having children, Lorne started taking on more family-friendly and animated films, as he wanted his kids to be able to enjoy his work without being exposed to inappropriate content. However, he also believes that it's important to constantly challenge oneself as an artist and not get stuck in one genre. This is why he continues to work on a variety of projects, from animated films to intense action movies.
When the opportunity to work on the brand new Wallace and Gromit film came along, Lorne couldn't resist. He described the iconic franchise as "so quintessentially British" and praised it for being a part of our folklore. Lorne also mentioned that working on this project was a great experience because he was able to collaborate with the legendary Julian Nott, who has worked with director Nick Park since A Grand Day Out.
Despite having worked on some huge projects, Lorne rarely re-watches his own work because there's always something he wishes he could change. He explained, "To achieve perfection is impossible...there's always a regret somehow." But despite this, Lorne is proud of everything he has worked on and considers it like being asked to choose his favorite child.
Lorne's passion for music and the arts started at a young age, and he began pursuing a career in composition after writing to Andrew Lloyd Webber, Stuart Copeland, and his future mentor, Hans Zimmer. At just 16 years old, Lorne was already writing jingles for commercials, and five years later, he moved to Los Angeles to pursue his dream.
Having grown up in a musical family, the arts always felt like a real possibility for Lorne. Working for Hans Zimmer was a dream come true, and Lorne considers it the best training and experience he could have ever asked for. Looking back, he now understands the sheer size of what Hans has created and considers his contribution to film history to be nothing short of spectacular.
With so many incredible projects under his belt, it's impossible for Lorne to choose a favorite. He explained, "It's like being asked 'Who's your favorite child?'" However, he did mention that there is one project he would absolutely love to be a part of, but he refuses to share any details in fear that it may never happen.
Fans can catch Lorne's work in the highly-anticipated Wallace and Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl, airing on Christmas Day. Lorne shared that he has written a "proper piece of music" for the end credits, which was a special way to thank the fans of the franchise. He also praised the Aardman Animations world for being "very nostalgic" and full of nods to film noir.
In the end, Lorne's passion for his work and dedication to constantly evolving are what make him such a successful composer. We can't wait to see what he will work on next and hope to hear his music in many more of our favorite films in the future.
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