Hans Zimmer, a German film score composer and music producer, began his career in the late 1970s. He gained significant recognition with the score for "Rain Man" in 1988. Zimmer has composed for over 150 films, including iconic scores for "The Lion King" , "Gladiator" , "Inception" and "The Dark Knight" trilogy. Known for blending electronic music with traditional orchestral arrangements, his work has earned him numerous awards, including Oscars and Grammys.