The Music of Alexandre Desplat
This week on The Soundtrack, Haley Taylor celebrates the birthday of Academy Award-winning composer Alexandre Desplat by exploring three scores that reveal the remarkable range of his musical voice. From the intimate romance of The Painted Veil, to the time-bending elegance of The Curious Case of Benjamin Button, to the quiet brilliance of The Imitation Game, discover how Desplat combines classical craftsmanship with modern storytelling. Whether writing for epic historical dramas or deeply personal character studies, his music never loses sight of the human heart—proving that sometimes the grandest emotions are expressed through the smallest musical gestures.
Haley Taylor hosts The Soundtrack every Saturday and Sunday at 6 p.m. where she explores the scores of the silver screen. Tune in for an hour of unforgettable film music with a look at the composers and the stories that made these melodies sing. Stay connected by following Haley on Instagram.