Modern superhero films likeBlack PantherandAquamanexemplify outstanding uses of music on many occasions, and it makes sense that the straight-to-streaming counterparts of their various mega-franchises would continue that trend. So it may be no surprise that music writer Natalie Holt, the composer of Disney’s fan-favoriteLokiseries from Disney Plus, has been hired to provide the score for HBO Max’sBatgirlfilm.
British musician Holt has been scoring various film and television series since 2005. Her vast resume of credits includesWoman in Gold,Journey’s End, and a BBC adaptation of Charles Dickens’sGreat Expectations. She’s even earned an Emmy nomination for her music inVictoria, a series about the early life of Queen Victoria. Her biggest credit, however, is undoubtedly for her work asthe music composer of Marvel Studios’Loki, with her musical contribution widely regarded as one of the best parts of the show. BeforeBatgirl, her only upcoming credit followingLokihad been for the movieFever Dream, which comes to Netflix this October.
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That changed faster than expected, though, as Warner Bros. has evidently hired her for theirHBO MaxBatgirlfilm. Holt confirmed her role by tweeting early on Thursday morning, stating that she’s just now allowed to reveal that she is composing the film. Holt is the most recent attachment to the film aside fromIn The Heightsstar Leslie Grace,Bad Boys for Lifedirectors Adil El Arbi and Bilall Fallah, andBumblebeescreenwriter Christina Hodson. Additionally, rumors have recently circulated that Bane might appear in the film, calling to mind Dave Bautista’s desire to play that villain.
Holt’s hiring as the composer ofBatgirlfollows a trend of increased visibility for female score composers in Hollywood and beyond. Hildur Guðnadóttir is an obvious example, having won an Oscar for her groundbreaking score ofJoker, in addition to being hired to compose music forElectronic Arts' upcomingBattlefield 2042. Other female composers making waves through the entertainment industry include Mica Levi (Under the Skin), Lesley Barber (Manchester by the Sea), Anne Dudley (Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again), and Anna Calvi (Peaky Blinders).
This development will surelypleaseLokifanswho enjoyed the music of that series. Holt is obviously an exciting up-and-comer in the industry and is sure to bring her expertise from a fruitful career toBatgirl. It’s safe to say that fans have a lot to look forward to.
Batgirlis expected to be released in 2022–2023.
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