PC Audio Software for Film

Hi,
I've just hired a musician to compose some songs for my movie, but he doesn't have experience writing music to match picture. Because he works on a PC, we're having trouble finding a simple Audio editing software that allows you to watch real-time video simultaneously. Would Pro Tools be our best option? I apologize that this is a PC related question, but I was hoping that someone would know a good cheap PC alternative to Apple's Soundtrack or Logic. Also, the video is encoded in H.264 so hopefully the software would be compatible. Any info much appreciated.
Thanks,
Alexander

Cubase should do it. Would want to check that it takes that specific video protocol though.

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