Exam board: Edexcel. This guide analyses the score, places Danny Elfman and Batman in context and examines its legacy and influence. This guide also includes an analysis of thematic unity, style, characterisation, instrumentation, orchestration, key relationships and dramatic pacing. It includes an exploration of Danny Elfman's musical background prior to Batman and working relationship with Steve Bartek & Tim Burton plus a brief synopsis of the film and characters from a thematic point of view.