How Trent Reznor and Nine Inch Nails Changed What Movies Sound Like

Trent Reznor and Nine Inch Nails' Impact on Film Soundtracks

After bringing industrial grind into the mainstream with Nine Inch Nails, Trent Reznor has made some of his best music for big-budget Hollywood productions.

Nine Inch Nails founder Trent Reznor has undergone a significant transformation, from criticizing institutions to becoming a respected figure in the music industry.

I don’t believe in your institutions

Reznor and his composing partner Atticus Ross have received numerous awards, including an Emmy, a Bafta, two Grammies, three Golden Globes, two Oscars, and a Country Music Award.

With Nine Inch Nails, Reznor combined industrial aesthetics with pop instincts, drawing inspiration from artists like Prince and Bowie.

Author's summary: Reznor's work changed film soundtracks forever.

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GQ GQ — 2025-10-17