Amin Bouhafa

Amine Bouhafa—yeah, the guy born July 10, ’86—has been making waves in the film music world, and honestly, if you haven’t stumbled across his name, you might wanna check your playlist. He’s got credits on heavy hitters like “Timbuktu,” “Dégage,” “My Way,” and “The First Lady.” The dude started on piano before he could even spell ‘piano’—I mean, three years old? That’s wild. He wasn’t just noodling around, either; he went the full classical route. First, the Tunis Conservatory, then packed his bags for Paris, where he got serious and wrapped up studies in orchestration, classical harmony, and composition. Not exactly your average music school dropout story. Bouhafa’s big claim to fame? Scoring “Timbuktu.” That soundtrack isn’t just background noise—it pretty much breathes life into the film. And yeah, he didn’t just get a pat on the back for it; he snagged the French César award. That’s basically the French Oscars, for anyone not in the loop. What’s even crazier, he pulled this off while still pretty fresh in the game, making him one of the youngest composers ever to walk off with that trophy. So what’s his style? Think lush, cinematic, but with an edge. He doesn’t just stick to the script; there’s always something a little haunting, a bit unexpected. Whether it’s drama, documentary, or whatever genre you throw at him, he finds a way to make the score stand out. Bouhafa’s not just another name in the credits—he’s the kind of composer who makes you want to sit through the credits.