You can only see his feet. My main approach towards all the elements of the movie is that I look for simplicity and clarity. This is true regarding music as well. That is why I prefer music that is simple, naked and not technically overdone. Bad music is no better in stereo.
Good music is no worse in mono.
I prefer using original music. To use existing music is too comfortable. I believe in the importance of every generation creating their own values. A special complication regarding film music is that there is great value in having a personal expression in the music. But at the same time, this must coincide with the predominant mood of the film.