Although popular in his native France for his light and tuneful film scores, Philippe Sarde has gained a notable reputation in America for his more symphonically-oriented film compositions. First brought to Stateside attention when he scored Roman Polanski’s TESS, Sarde subsequently provided notable scores for GHOST STORY, QUEST FOR FIRE and PIRATES. He has also enjoyed regular collaborations in France with directors such as Robin Davis, Claude Sautet, Alain Corneau, Bertrand Tavernier and Pierre Granier Deferrer. Interviewed in France while working on the score for PIRATES, Sarde discussed his experiences and attitudes towards film music.