Annoying Quote by Steven Soderbergh
![“I just find it annoying that in these sequences [of the fight scenes], traditionally, there's music trying to pump you up. I don't like that, personally, as an audience member. This just reflects my taste.” quote by Steven Soderbergh](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/e3e/steven-soderbergh-2075_annoying_i-just-find-it-annoying-that-in-these-se_1854535.jpg)
“I just find it annoying that in these sequences [of the fight scenes], traditionally, there's music trying to pump you up. I don't like that, personally, as an audience member. This just reflects my taste.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Film Directing, 2015
Music in fight scenes can feel manipulative, detracting from authentic audience experience.
In simple terms: Music may distract from action.
Key Takeaway
Choose sound that supports rather than forces emotion.
Themes
cinema
sound design
authenticity
Mood
reflective
analytical
Type
cinematic
critical
When to use this quote
- action movies
- theater performances
- video game design
Key Concepts
aesthetics
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- When does music enhance a scene?
- What alternatives can convey tension without music?
A Different Perspective
Some audiences enjoy heightened musical cues; personal taste varies.
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