Composing legend Hans Zimmer emerged as the standout winner at the 15th annual Hollywood Music in Media Awards, taking home three prestigious awards. The film “Emilia Pérez” also had a successful night, securing three wins, followed closely by “The Wild Robot” and “Deadpool & Wolverine” with two wins each.
Winners of the 2024 HMMAs
Honoring Excellence in Music and Film
The Hollywood Music in Media Awards celebrated achievements in 39 categories at the event, which took place at Hollywood’s Avalon. The list of winners for 2024 featured renowned names such as Elton John, A.R. Rahman, Kris Bowers, Miley Cyrus, Diane Warren, and many more. The diverse range of winners showcased the talent and creativity in the music and film industry. (See below for the full list of winners.)
Bernie Taupin: A Night of Recognition
Bernie Taupin was honored with the Outstanding Career Achievement Award for his lifetime of contributions to the industry. In addition, he shared the award for best song from a documentary for “Never Too Late,” the closing theme from the Elton John film of the same name.
“Emilia Pérez” clinched three awards in key categories, including score for a feature film, best music-themed film (biopic or musical), and onscreen performance of a song in a film by Zoe Saldana.
Hans Zimmer’s Triumph
Hans Zimmer’s exceptional talent was recognized with three awards for his outstanding work on “Dune: Part Two” (score for a sci-fi/fantasy film), the documentary TV series “Planet Earth III” (co-composed with Jacob Shea and Sara Barone), and the song “Love Will Survive” from “The Tattooist of Auschwitz” (song for a TV show or limited series).
Highlights from the Night
“The Wild Robot” secured double wins in the categories of score for an animated film (Kris Bowers) and original song for an animated film (performed by Maren Morris, Ali Tamposi, Michael Pollack, Delacey, Jordan Johnson, and Stefan Johnson). “Deadpool & Wolverine” also stood out with wins for best soundtrack and best music supervision.
Other notable films that received score honors included “The Room Next Door” (independent film division), “Nosferatu” (horror/thriller), “Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story” (documentary), and “The Goat Life” (independent film, foreign language). The TV division saw the score for “Shogun” emerge victorious.
Additional awards were presented for songs from films such as “The Six Triple Eight” and “The Last Showgirl.”
The Complete List of Winners
Here is the complete list of winners from the 2024 Hollywood Music in Media Awards:
FAQs
What is the Hollywood Music in Media Awards?
The Hollywood Music in Media Awards (HMMA) is an annual event that honors achievements in music for visual media, including film, TV, video games, and commercials. It recognizes composers, songwriters, and music supervisors for their outstanding work in the industry.
Who are some of the notable winners from the 2024 HMMA?
Some of the standout winners from the 2024 Hollywood Music in Media Awards include Hans Zimmer, Bernie Taupin, and the film “Emilia Pérez.” These individuals and projects received multiple awards for their exceptional contributions to music in media.
How are the winners selected for the HMMA?
The winners of the Hollywood Music in Media Awards are selected through a voting process by industry professionals and experts in the field of music for visual media. The awards recognize excellence in various categories, including score, song, and music supervision.
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