Historical FiguresComposer, Producer

Hans Florian Zimmer

Born 1957

Oscar‑winning film composer blending orchestral and electronic sound

Quick Facts

Born

1957

Profession

Composer, Producer

Nationality

German

Biography

From *Rain Man* to *Dune*, Zimmer's scores define modern cinema, founding Remote Control Productions mentoring new composers.

Historical Significance

Zimmer popularised hybrid film scoring, influencing global media music

Portrait of Hans Florian Zimmer

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