"The Planet of the Apes" (Goldsmith vs. Elfman)
Date Submitted: 09/10/2006 04:32:49
Category: / Society & Culture / Geography
Length: 5 pages (1252 words)
Category: / Society & Culture / Geography
Length: 5 pages (1252 words)
It is no surprise that a great movie like the "Planet of the Apes" would settle for a sub par musical score. "The Planet of the Apes" 1968 version scored by Jerry Goldsmith is considered to be "avant-garde", and his score was considered to be groundbreaking and innovative. "The Planet of the Apes" 2001 version scored by Danny Elfman for many was taken as a great musical score. In comparing the early film and its new version, …
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…his music was enthralling and spellbinding. Elfman's music in this film sounds technologically advanced yet it had some primitive and tribal tones. Elfman's music also worked very well.
In conclusion, "The Planet of the Apes" musical score by Goldsmith and Elfman worked for the film. Both musical scores successfully captured a different world. Their talent for creating music that is artistic and entertaining should only increase their longevity and success in the film music industry.
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