The respect for a musical score must come from the director... If the director has no power and has to surrender to budgetary constraints, this is where we have the problem.
Ennio MorriconeRead
In music, what is very important is temporality of space and length, based on the breathing space the director gives the music within the film, by separating the music from various elements of reality, like noises, dialogues... That's how you treat music properly, but it doesn't always happen this way. Music is often blamed, but it's not its fault.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote emphasizes the importance of how music is utilized in film, highlighting the need for careful separation from other elements.
Ennio Morricone reflects on the intricacies involved in the use of music within film, noting that its effectiveness relies heavily on how it interacts with the surrounding elements, such as dialogue and sound effects. He points out that music should not bear the blame for any shortcomings in its integration, as it requires thoughtful consideration and space in order to resonate properly within the cinematic experience.
Themes
MusicFilmDirectorSoundElements
In practice
Example use cases
In a film studies class when discussing the role of music in cinema.
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