Alan Silvestri

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Born 26 March 1950.

American film composer

Biography

Alan Anthony Silvestri (born March 26, 1950) is an American composer and conductor who works primarily in film and television. He is best known for his frequent collaboration with director Robert Zemeckis, including composing major hit films such as the Back to the Future trilogy, Forrest Gump and Cast Away.

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BBC Reviews

  1. Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian 2009

    Review of Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian

    Reviewed by Michael Quinn

    There's much to like here in the sheer energy and obvious artistry of the scoring.

  2. Lara Croft: Tomb Raider, The Cradle of Life 2003

    Review of Lara Croft: Tomb Raider, The Cradle of Life

    Reviewed by Jack Smith

    Techno loops, synthetic drum sequences and reverb are laid on with a trowel.

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