Gary Oldman on the ‘Pleasure’ of Playing ‘Slow Horses’ Spy Jackson Lamb: ‘A Man Who Has Single-Handedly Lowered the Public’s Expectation of Personal Hygiene’
Gary Oldman received the Edinburgh TV Festival’s Global Icon Award on Wednesday and, unsurprisingly, spent much of the time in an on-stage conversation discussing his most famous — and current — TV character. “For the last six years, I’ve had the pleasure of inhabiting Jackson La
Gary Oldman's comments on playing Jackson Lamb in "Slow Horses" might seem unrelated to the music industry at first glance, but the actor's popularity and current projects can have an impact on the types of soundtracks and scores that get attention. As a renowned actor, Oldman's involvement in a TV series can elevate the profile of its composer and the music used in the show.
The fact that Oldman has been playing this character for six years and has spoken about the pleasure of doing so suggests that the show has resonated with audiences, and its music likely plays a role in that. The Edinburgh TV Festival's recognition of Oldman as a Global Icon also highlights the intersection of television and popular culture, where music often plays a key role in setting the tone and atmosphere of a show.
What's next to watch is how the success of "Slow Horses" and Oldman's performance might influence future collaborations between TV and music industry professionals. Will the show's composer, Tom Blomfield, go on to work on other high-profile projects, or will other musicians and composers take note of the show's sonic approach and try to replicate its success? As Oldman continues to be celebrated for his work, it's likely that the music from "Slow Horses" will get more attention, and could even inspire new soundtracks and scores in the TV and film industries.
Originally reported by variety.com. MusicNewsletter adds analysis for culture, style & media readers.