Filmmaking Quote by Steven Price
“I think after everything in the whole process of filmmaking, temp scores are great if you use them for what they're good for, if you use them for that early stage of support for things.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Sound Design Talk, 2018
Temp scores help early stage development but should not replace final music.
In simple terms: Use temp music for early support only.
Key Takeaway
Reserve final music for final mix.
Themes
filmmaking
sound design
production
Mood
practical
reflective
Type
advice
industry insight
When to use this quote
- pre‑production
- storyboarding
- budget planning
Key Concepts
temporary scoring
creative process
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you transition from temp to original music smoothly?
- When is it appropriate to discard a temp track?
A Different Perspective
Temp scores may limit creative originality if over‑relied on.
