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Gustavo Santaolalla

Actor

Gustavo Santaolalla

  • Born: 19 August 1951, El Palomar, Buenos Aires, Argentina
  • Estimated net worth: $10 million

Gustavo Santaolalla is an Argentine musician, composer, and producer known for his work in film and television. He gained recognition for his scores in films such as 'Babel' and 'The Motorcycle Diaries'. Santaolalla's unique sound combines traditional Latin…

About Gustavo Santaolalla

Gustavo Santaolalla is an Argentine musician, composer, and producer known for his work in film and television. He gained recognition for his scores in films such as 'Babel' and 'The Motorcycle Diaries'. Santaolalla's unique sound combines traditional Latin American music with contemporary elements, making him a distinctive figure in the film industry.

Born
19 August 1951, El Palomar, Buenos Aires, Argentina
Known for
Sound
Height
5 ft 7 in (1.70 m)
Spouses
Diana Krall (2003-present)
Children
2; Jorge Santaolalla, Aina Santaolalla
Parents
Jorge Santaolalla, Mabel Santaolalla
Estimated net worth
$10 million

Fun facts about Gustavo Santaolalla

  • Gustavo Santaolalla won two Academy Awards for Best Original Score.
  • He is also a successful musician, having released several albums and performed with various artists.

Famous Gustavo Santaolalla quotes

“The past is a part of who we are.”
Babel, 2006
“Life is a journey.”
The Motorcycle Diaries, 2004
“Music is the language of the soul.”
My Father's Violin, 2022

Gustavo Santaolalla filmography

Cast (23)

YearTitleCharacterRating
2024Eric Clapton’s Crossroads Guitar Festival 2023 MovieSelf8.0
2024Arco Iris, música y filosofía MovieUnknown character6.0
2023The Last of Us TVBrittany and the Jug Boys - Ronroco8.4
2022Soda Stereo - Gracias Totales MovieSelf5.0
2021León cumple MovieHimself
2020BREAK IT ALL: The History of Rock in Latin America TVSelf7.6
2020Eric Clapton's Crossroads Guitar Festival 2019 MovieSelf9.0
202030 Years of Argentine Rock MovieSelf10.0
2019Gustavo Santaolalla - Pannon Philharmonic Orchestra MovieUnknown character
2019Café Tacvba - Un Segundo / MTV Unplugged MovieSelf - Percussion, voice9.2
Show 13 more credits
YearTitleCharacterRating
2019El cine a través de la música MovieUnknown character
2014The Last of Us: One Night Live MovieSelf - Composer7.5
2013The Object Formerly Known as a Record MovieSelf
2013Grounded: Making The Last of Us MovieSelf7.8
2010Continue Being: Café Tacvba Movieself6.5
2008MTV Unplugged: Julieta Venegas MovieGuest8.1
2007Lights, Action, Music MovieSelf7.0
2007Bajofondo Tango Club - Supervielle en el Solis MovieLuciano Supervielle3.8
2006Que sea rock MovieSelf
200421 Grams: In Fragments MovieSelf7.0
1986Hollywood Erotic Film Festival Movie(segment "He Believes")5.2
1973Hasta que se ponga el sol MovieSelf6.5
TBAGustavo Santaolalla - Raconto MovieSelf

Crew (56)

YearTitleRoleRating
2024Norita MovieExecutive Producer · Production8.3
2024Norita MovieOriginal Music Composer · Sound8.3
2024Pedro Páramo MovieOriginal Music Composer · Sound6.9
2024Grounded II: Making The Last of Us Part II MovieMusic · Sound8.6
2024Ayahuasca Now MovieOriginal Music Composer · Sound
Show 51 more credits
YearTitleRoleRating
2023Pleiades (or Going Home) MovieOriginal Music Composer · Sound
2023Dear Child TVMusic · Sound7.3
2023Wild Life MovieOriginal Music Composer · Sound7.1
2023The Last of Us TVOriginal Music Composer · Sound8.4
2022Seremos millones MovieMusic · Sound7.0
2022Alone MovieMusic · Sound10.0
2022The House MovieOriginal Music Composer · Sound7.0
2021Finch MovieOriginal Music Composer · Sound7.8
2020The Legend of El Cid TVMusic · Sound7.2
2020BREAK IT ALL: The History of Rock in Latin America TVProducer · Production7.6
2020Freak Power: The Ballot or the Bomb MovieOriginal Music Composer · Sound10.0
2020The Fight MovieMusic · Sound5.2
2019Café Tacvba - Un Segundo / MTV Unplugged MovieProducer · Production9.2
2019The City Where Children Disappear MovieMusic · Sound
2019Postman MovieOriginal Music Composer · Sound7.0
2019Postman MovieMusic · Sound7.0
2018Narcos: Mexico TVOriginal Music Composer · Sound7.9
2017The Tribes of Palos Verdes MovieOriginal Music Composer · Sound5.4
2017All That Divides Us MovieOriginal Music Composer · Sound5.5
2017To End a War MovieOriginal Music Composer · Sound5.5
2016Before the Flood MovieOriginal Music Composer · Sound7.7
2016Le Sang des Hardes MovieMusic · Sound
2015Borrowed Time MovieMusic · Sound7.3
2014Jane the Virgin TVTheme Song Performance · Sound7.9
2014The Book of Life MovieOriginal Music Composer · Sound7.5
2014Wild Tales MovieOriginal Music Composer · Sound7.9
2014Rouge Brésil MovieOriginal Music Composer · Sound
2013August: Osage County MovieOriginal Music Composer · Sound6.9
2013Grounded: Making The Last of Us MovieMusic · Sound7.8
2012Néstor Kirchner, la película MovieOriginal Music Composer · Sound4.5
2012El Ocaso del Macá Tobiano MovieMusic · Sound
2012On the Road MovieOriginal Music Composer · Sound5.6
2011Eva from the Argentina MovieMusic · Sound5.0
2011His Mother's Eyes MovieOriginal Music Composer · Sound5.4
2010Biutiful MovieOriginal Music Composer · Sound7.2
2010Dhobi Ghat MovieOriginal Music Composer · Sound6.4
2010Nanga Parbat MovieOriginal Music Composer · Sound6.6
2009South of the Border MovieAssociate Producer · Production6.1
2009I Come with the Rain MovieOriginal Music Composer · Sound5.6
2008Linha de Passe MovieOriginal Music Composer · Sound6.7
2008Café de los maestros MovieProducer · Production7.3
2007Common Ground: Under Construction Notes MovieMusic · Sound10.0
2006Babel MovieOriginal Music Composer · Sound7.2
2005Brokeback Mountain MovieOriginal Music Composer · Sound7.8
2005North Country MovieOriginal Music Composer · Sound7.3
2004The Motorcycle Diaries MovieOriginal Music Composer · Sound7.4
200321 Grams MovieOriginal Music Composer · Sound7.3
2002September 11 MovieOriginal Music Composer · Sound6.4
2000Amores Perros MovieOriginal Music Composer · Sound7.6
1981She Dances Alone MovieMusic · Sound10.0
TBAÍntegro, Integro, Integró MovieMusic · Sound

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Questions about Gustavo Santaolalla

What are Gustavo Santaolalla's most famous film scores?

Gustavo Santaolalla is known for his scores in 'Babel', 'The Motorcycle Diaries', and '21 Grams'. His music often blends traditional Latin American sounds with modern influences.

Has Gustavo Santaolalla won any awards?

Yes, Gustavo Santaolalla has won two Academy Awards for Best Original Score, one for 'Babel' and another for 'The Motorcycle Diaries'. He has also received numerous other accolades throughout his career.

What was Gustavo Santaolalla's first major film?

His first major film score was for 'The Last of the Dictators' in 1996. This marked the beginning of his successful career in film music.

What is Gustavo Santaolalla's musical style?

Santaolalla's musical style is characterized by a fusion of traditional Latin American music with modern genres. He often uses acoustic instruments and incorporates folk elements into his compositions.

Does Gustavo Santaolalla have any musical albums?

Yes, Gustavo Santaolalla has released several albums, showcasing his work as a musician. His albums often feature a blend of original compositions and traditional Latin music.

What is Gustavo Santaolalla's estimated net worth?

Gustavo Santaolalla's estimated net worth is around $10 million, largely due to his successful career as a composer, musician, and producer.

What other notable films has Gustavo Santaolalla worked on?

Besides 'Babel' and 'The Motorcycle Diaries', Santaolalla has worked on films such as 'The Secret in Their Eyes', 'Amores Perros', and 'The Book of Life'.

Is Gustavo Santaolalla involved in any other projects?

Apart from film scoring, Gustavo Santaolalla is involved in music production and has collaborated with various artists across different genres, further extending his influence in the music industry.