Thanks to the World Soundtrack Awards, Film Fest Gent is able to invite the world's most sought-after composers to Ghent. Carter Burwell, Nicholas Britell, Hans Zimmer, ... They all visited our festival before. Curious what they have to say? Discover it during our Composer's Talks!
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Philippe Rombi

WSA Film Music Days
Tue 15.10 - 11:00 - Kinepolis 8

Talk is in French

Moderator: Pascal Vanlerberghe (RTBF)

Composer of Palme D’Or winners Swimming Pool en Jeune et jolie, Philippe Rombi discusses the milestones of his career and gives insight into his creative process. A selection of his work will be performed by the Brussels Philharmonic conducted by Dirk Brossé during the 24th WSA Ceremony & Concert, where he will be present as WSA Guest of Honour.

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Martin Phipps

WSA Film Music Days
Tue 15.10 - 15:30 - Kinepolis 8

Talk is in English

Moderator: Natalie Holt (composer, Loki, Obi-Wan Kenobi)

During a one-on-one conversation, moderated by fellow composer and friend Natalie Holt, Martin Phipps discusses the highlights of his flourishing career, looking back on series like Peaky Blinders, Black Mirror and The Crown. His score for the sixth season of this royal drama earned him a nomination for the WSAward Television Composer of the Year, presented at the 24th WSA Ceremony & Concert.

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Elliot Goldenthal

WSA Film Music Days
Thu 17.10 - 14:30 - Kinepolis 8

Talk is in English

Moderator: Ruben De Gheselle (composer, Clara Sola)

Looking back at his rich oeuvre, Elliot Goldenthal talks us through the creative process that has led to award-winning scores like Frida, Alien 3 and Batman Forever. A selection of his work will be performed by the Brussels Philharmonic conducted by Dirk Brossé during the 24th WSA Ceremony & Concert, where he will receive the WSA Lifetime Achievement Award.