Carter Burwell (November 18, 1955, New York City, New York, United States) is an American composer and musician, known for his eclectic and innovative musical compositions for film.

Early Life. Carter Burwell was born and raised in New York City. He studied music at Harvard University and later earned a master's degree in composition from New York University. His diverse musical background allowed him to develop a unique style in the field of film scoring.

Film Career. Burwell is known for his prolific collaboration with filmmakers such as the Coen brothers, for whom he composed music for many of their films, including "Fargo" (1996), "The Big Lebowski" (1998), and "No Country for Old Men" (2007). He has also worked with directors like Spike Jonze, for whom he composed the soundtrack of "Being John Malkovich" (1999), and the director of "Twilight" (2008).

Personal Life. Carter Burwell is a reserved musician, known for his dedication to music and composition. He has maintained a relatively private personal life.

Interests. In addition to film composition, Burwell is a passionate lover of nature and the environment. He has supported environmental causes and used his music to raise awareness about environmental issues.

Important Films:

"Fargo" (1996): Burwell's soundtrack for this Coen brothers film helped define the unique atmosphere of the criminal story set in the frozen Minnesota landscape.

"No Country for Old Men" (2007): His score for this thriller added an element of suspense and unease to the story, underscoring the film's darkness.

"Being John Malkovich" (1999): Burwell's music emphasized the quirkiness and originality of this surreal comedy, creating a unique atmosphere.

"Twilight" (2008): Burwell's soundtrack for the first film in the "Twilight" saga contributed to creating the romantic and mysterious atmosphere of the vampire world.

Awards

Academy Awards (Oscars):

Received Oscar nominations for Best Original Score for "Carol" (2015) and "Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri" (2017).

Golden Globe Awards:

Received Golden Globe nominations for his music in "Carol" and "Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri".

BAFTA Awards:

Received BAFTA nominations for his scores.

Other Recognitions:

Burwell has been praised for his long-term collaboration with the Coen brothers, composing music for many of their films, including "Fargo," "The Big Lebowski," and "No Country for Old Men".