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American film composer renowned for his innovative and atmospheric scores, particularly in the horror, thriller, and action genres.Born in Long Island, New York. Studied at Yale University and the Conservatorio Giuseppe Verdi in Milan. Rose to prominence with his score for Wes Craven's 'Scream' (1996). Known for collaborations with directors like Craven, Guillermo del Toro ('Mimic', 'Hellboy'), James Mangold ('3:10 to Yuma', 'Logan'), and Tommy Lee Jones ('The Homesman'). Received two Academy Award nominations for '3:10 to Yuma' (2007) and 'The Hurt Locker' (2008). Composes for major studio films and independent projects, recognized for blending orchestral traditions with modern electronic elements and minimalist techniques.

• Beltrami's break came unexpectedly when his agent submitted his demo for 'Scream'; director Wes Craven was impressed by its originality, leading to a long collaboration and defining the sound of the franchise.
• He composed the entire score for 'Logan' (2017) using only an iPad app while traveling, demonstrating remarkable adaptability and modern workflow.
• Known for his unconventional approaches, Beltrami sometimes employs prepared pianos, unusual percussion, and found objects to create unique sonic textures, as heard in scores like 'World War Z'.
• He was initially hired for Disney's 'The Black Hole' remake but left the project after creative differences; his rejected score remains highly sought after by film music enthusiasts.
• Beltrami founded the Sono Luminus record label, dedicated to high-quality recordings of classical and film music.