His iconic teen films of the 1980s are defined by their use of contemporary new wave and synth-pop soundtracks that became inseparable from the era's cultural identity.
Adrian Lyne UKHis stylish 1980s films like Flashdance and 9½ Weeks are characterized by pulsating electronic scores and synth-driven music that epitomize the decade's sonic aesthetic.
Martin Scorsese USAHis 1985 film After Hours features a meticulously curated 1980s new wave and post-punk soundtrack that captures the underground music scene of downtown New York.