Music as Crutch

he practice of using a music track to compensate for or mask underlying problems in a scene, such as weak performances, poor pacing, or a lack of narrative momentum. While music can elevate a great scene, using it as a crutch creates a superficial energy that often crumbles under scrutiny and prevents the editor from solving the scene's core issues. A tell-tale sign is a scene that feels exciting with music but boring or confusing without it.