I genuinely laughed out loud at that final paragraph. Actually, I'm going to guess the answer is "yes": Goldsmith suddenly found himself far more in demand and raised his asking price after that Oscar win for The Omen. :)
You've convinced me. I'm fine with not seeing this one...32-year old buns or not. ;)
RE: Film Review: 'The Legacy' (1978): Satanic Panic Film With Katharine Ross