The Profession of Film Editor. Master Classes

Editing is a true art, a magic that remains behind the scenes. A film editor has the power to save even the most talentless film or, conversely, to ruin the most successful one. But to possess such power, it takes hours of study, a keen eye, talent, and years of practice.
This book has absorbed the experience of more than 50 of the best film editors from around the world.

Among the interviewees:
• Margaret Sixel (“Mad Max: Fury Road”);
• Tom Cross (“Whiplash,” “La La Land”);
• Pietro Scalia (“The Martian,” “JFK: The Determined”) ;
• Stephen Mirrione (“The Revenant”);
• Anne V. Coates (“Lawrence of Arabia,” “Murder on the Orient Express”);
• Joe Walker (“12 Years a Slave,” “Killer”);
• Kelly Dixon (“Breaking Bad,” “The Walking Dead”) and many others.

The author, Steve Hullfish, carefully analyzed and organized over a hundred hours of interviews by topics important for editors anywhere in the world, generating extensive discussions among colleagues. These discussions offer a wide range of opinions, illustrating both similarities and differences in technical and creative approaches. Topics discussed include rhythm, pace, structure, storytelling, and collaboration.
They will share what software they prefer to edit with, how they work with directors and crew members. They will share professional secrets and personal working methods.