Hans Zimmer’s score for Dune 2 won’t be eligible for any Academy Awards. Dune: Part Two was released in United States theaters in March 2024. Directed by Denis Villeneuve, Dune: Part Two is a sequel to 2021’s Dune and an adaptation of Frank Herbet’s 1965 novel of the same name.

One of the year’s most anticipated and epic musical scores won't be in the running for an Academy Award. Warner Bros.’ “Dune: Part Two,” directed by Denis Villeneuve, was met with critical acclaim when it hit theaters in March.

Hans Zimmer has been the sound of modern-day blockbusters, most notably his work on epic sci-fi and action movies. Many may know him from his work with Christopher Nolan, although Nolan has opted to work with Ludwig Göransson in his last two outings.

Hans Zimmer's score for 'Dune 2' has been disqualified from Oscar consideration, but remains in the running for other awards like the Critics Choice, Golden Globes, BAFTA, and Grammys. Zimmer, who doesn't compose for awards but to serve the narrative,

( MENAFN - IANS) Los Angeles, Oct 23 (IANS) music composer Hans Zimmer's score for 'Dune: Part Two', which was being considered one of the strongest contenders at the upcoming edition of the Academy Awards for Best Original Score, is out of the race for the Oscars.

Zimmer’s score for Dune 2 is ineligible for the 2024 Oscars due to exceeding the Academy’s pre-existing music limit.

It may be among the most epic scores of the year, but legendary composer Hans Zimmer's score for Denis Villeneuve's Dune: Part Two will not feature in the Best Original Score category at the 97th Academy Awards.

Part Two will not contend for any Academy Awards this season, and the reason stems from a loophole in the Academy’s eligibility rules. Released in March 2024, the sequel to 2021’s Dune continues the adaptation of Frank Herbert’s 1965 novel,

Composer Hans Zimmer will not be taking home an Oscar for his Dune: Part Two score, because the Academy has deemed it ineligible for contention. Here's why.

Part Two, directed by Denis Villeneuve and composed by Hans Zimmer, has garnered critical acclaim since its release in March but it will not be considered for the Oscar for Best Original Score due to the Academy’s restrictions on pre-existing music.