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Ford A. Thaxton Oscar® Winner	With John Ottman not being available to score this film many names are now being mentioned as replacements. Danny Elfman seem to be the one most mentioned at this point, however as far as I can tell at this time it's far from a done deal. So if I could make a suggestion to the director (this choice is based on composers who I'm told he DOESN'T want) I would suggest the right person for the job would be.... Don Davis. Major Box-Office Hit with "The Matrix", which would make him acceptable to 20th Century Fox. Critical Acclaim from mainstream reviewers. He has a proven track record with films and TV programs dealing with the fantastic and can write very strong sweeping themes. And he has an edge that IMHO the films very much will need. All in all a much better choice for that film many of the names that seem to get mentioned. Any thoughts?
posted 01-16-2000 06:31 PM PT (US)

Dawk Oscar® Winner	I agree, and it would be great for Davis to do work on another big film where he could focus on thematic material a lot more than he did on The Matrix.
posted 01-16-2000 08:28 PM PT (US)

JoeInSanDiego Oscar® Winner	Ford, I think Davis would be an EXCELLENT choice to score X-Men...(I'd prefer Goldsmith myself...but that is probably an EXTREME long shot) SP - Company of WOlves (Fenton)
posted 01-16-2000 10:29 PM PT (US)

pietari Oscar® Winner	It would be excellent if Davis were to use his sweeping epic style from Warriors of Virtue combined with the darker edge of The Matrix. I also think that Basil Poledouris would do a great job
posted 01-16-2000 11:54 PM PT (US)

SFT Oscar® Winner	Let me just make this perfectly clear: Danny Elfman is NOT scoring "X-men". During a chat, Richard Elfman (Danny´s brother) was asked by a freind of mine (Groovy Yak, administrator of The Elfman Zone) if he knew anything about Danny scoring "X-men". Richard called Danny up right there and then, and Danny said: "I am definately NOT scoring "X-men"... So, that should be the end of that rumor. SFT [This message has been edited by SFT (edited 17 January 2000).]
posted 01-17-2000 02:33 AM PT (US)

Dan Brecher Oscar® Winner	Don Davis, YES!!!!!!! That'd be great as long as it wasn't a Varase release on CD shudders Wow, 20 minuts of score!!! Dan (UK)
posted 01-17-2000 06:59 AM PT (US)

robin4 Oscar® Winner	Yeah, Davis would be good but what about: Alan Silvestri? I love that guy and his music for another super-hero, Judge Dredd, was excellent.
posted 01-17-2000 09:27 AM PT (US)

Audacity Oscar® Winner	Robin4, That is the best suggestion I've heard yet. I wish Silvestri would stop doing these stupid #@$%ing kids movies and get back to writing great action scores like Predator, Judge Dredd and the Abyss. Audacity NP Under Siege 2 (Complete)*****
posted 01-17-2000 09:50 AM PT (US)

Vladimir Oscar® Winner	HMMM I think Don Davis would be a great pick to score X men but I am disapointed that Elfman won't be going the job but ohh well. here is a list of the guys I would like to see score it Jerry Goldsmith Alan Silvestri Don Davis
posted 01-17-2000 02:16 PM PT (US)

spango Oscar® Winner	I´ve heard rumours that Elfman is too occupied. Then I suggest Burkhard Dallwitz (THE TRUMAN SHOW) I want to hear more stuff of this guy!
posted 01-17-2000 02:16 PM PT (US)

James Oscar® Winner	Don Davis? Awesome idea!!
posted 01-17-2000 03:50 PM PT (US)

SEBULBA Oscar® Winner	Definately Davis. Very good composer. And the Matrix kicks butt. He's good at thematic material and good with big orchestral action music. What was cool with the matrix, according to his commentary on the DVD, he composed, arranged, and conducted the orchestra for Matrix.
posted 01-17-2000 04:04 PM PT (US)

Dr.Evil Oscar® Winner	Leave this to Mr. Elfman, kind of boring movie that needs a boring score.
posted 01-17-2000 06:14 PM PT (US)

sabbey Oscar® Winner	Actually I have thought about this lately, plus the fact that almost every board and ML are having threads on this subject helps as well. I would like to see Shirley Walker score the X-Men film. Sean Robert Abbey
posted 01-18-2000 12:48 AM PT (US)

SFT Oscar® Winner	Dr. Evil, what did you mean by that?
posted 01-18-2000 12:54 AM PT (US)

Richard Oscar® Winner	Yeah, Don Davis scoring X-Men is a spiffy idea. I absolutely loathed the Matrix, but really enjoyed the score. It had a very fresh sound that really surprised me when I heard it. Cheers!
posted 01-18-2000 03:43 AM PT (US)

Pete M Oscar® Winner	Hey, Dr. Evil, you sure are Evil, aren't you? (Just kiddin with you!) Anyway, I reckon that Bruce Broughton, Mark McKenzie (?) or Robert Folk would be good choices.
posted 01-18-2000 04:48 AM PT (US)

Audacity Oscar® Winner	Sabbey, Yeah I read that suggestion on the Filmus-L board and it got me thinking. A score like what was in Mystery Men would fit X-men perfectly. Audacity
posted 01-18-2000 07:18 AM PT (US)

sabbey Oscar® Winner	Well personally I have not heard Mystery Men. It was all of her great Batman and Superman scores, that made me think she would be perfect for the film. BTW is there an soundtrack release of her's and Steven Warbeck's score to MM? Sean Robert Abbey
posted 01-18-2000 09:18 AM PT (US)

Audacity Oscar® Winner	Sabbey, Good luck, I asked that same question about a month ago and NOBODY ANSWERED ME!!! I don't think there is one available though which is too bad I would love to have that music. Audacity
posted 01-18-2000 09:23 AM PT (US)

Jeron Oscar® Winner	I think Jeremy Soule would do an incredible job. Just my $0.02, Jeron
posted 01-18-2000 10:58 AM PT (US)

Andre Lux unregistered	I'm glad Elfman won't do it. Don Davis? Why not... I would chose Jerry Goldsmith or Howard Shore myself, but as far as neither Elfman or Zimmer & his pets are on the project anyone else can be a good choise! Cheers!
posted 01-18-2000 02:35 PM PT (US)

Dr.Evil Oscar® Winner	Yeah, I'm quite Evil, no semi or quasi-Evil, the Diet Coke of Evil!! Well, my post means exactly whta I said: Most of Elfman scores ARE boring and this X-Men to me is equal boring. The perfect marriage, maybe Elfman can finally get an Oscar! Yeah!
posted 01-18-2000 02:49 PM PT (US)

robin4 Oscar® Winner	Thanks for being on my side Audacity! Actually, Shirley Walker would be another good choice. And I think I speak for all Elfman fans when I say: Take back your vile words Dr. Evil, or Die!
posted 01-18-2000 03:58 PM PT (US)

SFT Oscar® Winner	Dr. Evil, Since you are rather new here I will be a little more nice to you, than I normally would. During the past year (almost) that I have been at this site, I have allways been amazed of how freindly people have been towards each other. We all respect each others opinions and we don´t bash specific composers, because we know everybody has different tastes in music. The keyword here is RESPECT. We are like one big family, and frankly, we don´t need or want people like you here, if you have nothing smarter to say(!) Please show a little more respect towards your fellow members. If not, then I suggest you find another place to be. SFT
posted 01-18-2000 11:38 PM PT (US)

Jeron Oscar® Winner	Now SFT, come on. Let's be a little more understanding. I know where Dr. Evil is coming from - completely. Sometimes conventional words and phrases just don't have the same... power and effervescence. Sometimes you just HAVE to quote a line from Austin Powers. On the other hand, Dr. Evil - your quote wasn't VERBATIM, so it doesn't count. Shame on you. If you are going to quote Austin Powers, you must do it correctly. Alas, I must go to class now. I hope we have all learned something meaningful here today. Jeron [This message has been edited by Jeron (edited 19 January 2000).]
posted 01-19-2000 05:43 AM PT (US)

Bradley Oscar® Winner	Don Davis is definitely a good choice. I'd also think about Goldsmith, Zimmer and John Debney. I'm disappointed Elfman won't be doing X-Men though. For projects like this, his name is always the first to pop into mind. NP - In Like Flint on Soundtrack Cinema P.S. Ford, I really enjoyed the show on CD-ROM Music!! [This message has been edited by Bradley (edited 19 January 2000).]
posted 01-19-2000 06:24 AM PT (US)

Scott Oscar® Winner	Effervescence? So Jeron, did you look that one up or is it just the word of the day? Dr Evil and SFT, I'm NOT even gonna get into THAT conversation. Scott [This message has been edited by Scott (edited 19 January 2000).]
posted 01-19-2000 01:12 PM PT (US)

Jeron Oscar® Winner	Haha, actually.... I kinda knew what the word meant, but I did look it up (www.dictionary.com) to confirm it's validity in my post. Makes me look intelligent, huh? Had ya fooled there for a little bit. Hey, I'm in college. I gotta use big words! They make me feel very studious. Jeron [This message has been edited by Jeron (edited 19 January 2000).]
posted 01-19-2000 01:24 PM PT (US)

Dr.Evil Oscar® Winner	Oh!! Only good Elfman fans can be so rude!! Well, I said my opinion as I pleased, and I just don't understand why you guys are so upset, I didn't offend anyone, I know that, and is enough for me. As is enough knowing that Elfman is boring as X-Men. For me. Andre Lux is now remind me another thread, where people talk about (not so good) Elliot Goldenthal, some of them likes him, some of them bash him, but are opinions. We read, reply or not and is ok. But Elfman is quite different, NO ONE CAN DISLIKE HIM!! Well, you can bite your ears, I still think he is a not so talented person, thank you. And I will not follow your advise to look for another place to be , I like him, beat it. Goodbye and flame me. P.S. And for Austin Powers, yeah, baby, yeah.
posted 01-19-2000 02:20 PM PT (US)

Jeron Oscar® Winner	Looks like I'm gonna have to go on a rescue mission........... here goes nothing.. Jeron NP: The sound of key punching.... writing an e-mail SFT probably should be writing!!
posted 01-19-2000 02:48 PM PT (US)

Andre Lux unregistered	Personaly I think Danny Elfman is a mediocre and overrated movie composer. So what? I still didn't get why no one can say why they dispise this guys work without receveing a not-so-friendly "warning" from some die-hard Elfmanfan. It's quite funny, since no one seemed worried about people caling Gondenthal (one composer I admire) names on another thread... Why can't we all be friends? Elfmaniacs of not?
posted 01-19-2000 03:03 PM PT (US)

Marc Flake Oscar® Winner	LOL, LOL, LOL. Choke Sniff (wipe eyes) "You can bite your ears?" Classic, love it, baby! Marc [This message has been edited by Marc Flake (edited 19 January 2000).]
posted 01-19-2000 03:22 PM PT (US)

Cole Oscar® Winner	What If they got Vince Dicola to do the score for X men? I would love to see what he is capable of 15 years after "The Movie" you know what I am talking about... His style of writing, maybe incorporate an orchestra with the synths. <kisses fingers> Magnifico!!! all those blusey runs and mind blowing arpeggios, and action music that pounds you harder than anything Zimmer has EVER done. It would be his perfect comebak. What to you think? Forget Davis - VINCE DICOLA ALL THE WAY BABY!!!!
posted 01-19-2000 04:39 PM PT (US)

Andre Lux unregistered	Yeah!!!!!!!! Vince di Cola would be great! But what about Joe Renzetti? Man, this guy's cool... Just listen to "Poltergeist III" and dream...
posted 01-19-2000 05:29 PM PT (US)

James Oscar® Winner	quote: I disagree with what you say, but I will defend to the death your right to say it. - Voltaire
posted 01-19-2000 06:31 PM PT (US)

Dr.Evil Oscar® Winner	Cool this Voltaire! Call him to score X-Men!!
posted 01-19-2000 06:46 PM PT (US)

Cole Oscar® Winner	So glad somebody remebers The Man who made us cry when our favorite autobot died
posted 01-20-2000 12:29 AM PT (US)

SFT Oscar® Winner	If you do not like a composer´s work then how about saying WHY?! There´s no point in saying something like "Elfman sucks because I think so!" This is a DISCUSSION board for godssake! Get over it. I don´t really care if you like Elfman or not, but don´t bash him like that just because you can´t find anything smarter to say. SFT
posted 01-20-2000 12:44 AM PT (US)

SFT Oscar® Winner	Jeron, what e-mail am I supposed to be writing??? SFT
posted 01-20-2000 02:44 AM PT (US)

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