I've been hearing some rumors lately that Media Ventures has tumbled (i.e. is no more, or will be no more soon). Is this true, and if so, what is happening and how did it happen?

I must say that by not being a fan of MV, they have impressed me recently, but particularly Hans Zimmer and his incredible accordion-laden score for "Matchstick Men," the most authentic and lovely homage to Nino Rota's music since "Pee-Wee's Big Adventure" or "Big Top Pee-Wee," something I never even imagined Zimmer was capable of doing. There's also rising composer Jim Dooley, who's work he has on his site is fun (especially that "Circus Freak Productions" logo music), and John Powell, who's style seems to be developing with his recent work (particularly with the cues I've heard from Agent Cody Banks).

Anyway, one thing MV is certainly doing is maturing into something more interesting and different. So, what's going on, are they splitting up? What's next for them then?

Hans Zimmer - has a vision of what MV should be, branching out further.

Mark Mancina, Jeff Rona, HGW & John Powell - none of them were assistants to Hans, left MV several years ago. They've branched out and established their own studio independent of MV. So in future discussion of MV, they shouldn't be mention.

Klaus Badelt - former assistant to no one, will become one of the leading name of that vision.

Gavin Greenaway - the rarely heard collaborator of John Powell left with Powell, and often appear conducting Powell's score.

James Dooley - Hans's former assistant, has been getting steady gig scoring for TV and docus. He'll probably, like with other assistants, get shared credits with Hans in the beginning, to establish his own creds, before scoring on his own.

Geoff Zanelli - Powell's old assistant, has been establishing a unique sound for himself. Hopefully, he'll get bigger and more prominent project.

Steve Jablonsky - HGW's former right hand man, will prove that he'll be pretty good Texas Chainsaw Massacre was interesting though.

Ramin Djawadi - Badelt's assistant will be doing more film gig, albeit in a smaller co-composition credit type. His style is yet to be developed.

Martin Tillman - composer/MV's resident cellist often work with

Mel Wesson - sound designer/composer, not really an MVer since he lives in England, but he does hookup now and then.

Rupert Gregson Williams - Hooks up with MV now and then. He first started his work doing 3 minor, minor cues on POE.

James McKee Smith - composer/guitarist in his own right, does mostly co-compostion for John Powell, along with some side job with MV.

Blake Neely - composer for Everwood, written his own Piano for Dummies book, recently done some conducting and arrangement for Hans and MV and will continue to do so. If his work on Everwood is any indication, he's one to look for in the future.

Nick Glennie Smith - still stuck in a rut, doing small credits co-composition, got some scores rejected, he might go back to MV sooner than we think.

Justin Caine Burnett - did one big score, Dungeon and Dragon, and has been very quiet since.

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Originally posted by Fabulafr:
Hi,

A little comments about Geoff Zanelli. I can confirm He has already his own big project.
I had the pleasure to talk to him for a long interview sequence for our website www.hans-zimmer.com about his work with Hans, his projects and his personal view on filmmusic scoring.
The first part will be on line soon.

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Originally posted by Fabulafr:
Hi, the first part interview of Geoff Zanelli is now online on our website at : http://www.hans-zimmer.com/fr/interviews/zanelli.htm

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But, i can assure you, i got all the interview with Geoff Zanelli, and it is much more interesting.
Hope the first part please you as i think it is much more detailed.

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Originally posted by Fabulafr:
I know, HadrianD, and i'm still waiting too. I sent the second parts interview a few months ago, just after his answers, but never got his replies. I contact him again a few days ago, still no feedback.
I guess i must forget the end of the interview. Too bad, as i think the first part is not so good, just a few introduction of himself.

But, i can assure you, i got all the interview with Geoff Zanelli, and it is much more interesting.
Hope the first part please you as i think it is much more detailed.

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