Animation is often stereotyped as a children's genre. The truth is that it is a versatile medium for all ages: one that allows storytellers to experiment, push boundaries, and captivate audiences around the world. This episode features the editors behind INSIDE OUT 2, THE WILD ROBOT, SPELLBOUND and NIMONA. They discuss the creative process behind these titles and the particularities of working in the editor's chair on animated feature films of this caliber.
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Zurawski v Texas with Austin Reedy
In today's episode Sarah Taylor, CCE chats with Austin Reedy the editor of the documentary ZURAWSKI V TEXAS. They discuss the intricate process of editing a film that intertwines legal narratives with deeply personal stories. Austin reflects on the importance of empathy, collaboration with directors, and the emotional weight of the subject matter. In ZURAWSKI V TEXAS women denied abortions under Texas' ambiguous and unforgiving abortion bans band together with a fearless attorney to sue Texas. While battling in court against the state and its immovable Attorney General, the extent of their traumatic experiences is revealed as they wrestle to regain their reproductive futures and set a precedent for millions of other women and families. ZURAWSKI V TEXAS reveals the dire impact of losing access to healthcare—and the extraordinary efforts of the women and men fighting on the frontline to regain those rights. The film is available for rent on Apple TV and Amazon Prime
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Beetlejuice Beetlejuice with Jay Prychidny, CCE
In this episode of THE EDITOR'S CUT, host Sarah Taylor, CCE sits down with the brilliant Jay Prychidny, CCE to talk about all things BEETLEJUICE BEETLEJUICE. Jay takes us into the edit suite of Tim Burton's latest film, sharing his creative process, the emotional connection he had to the story, and what it was like to collaborate with such an iconic filmmaker. From navigating the challenges of editing to striking the perfect balance between practical effects and modern techniques, Jay invites us on a wild ride aboard the all soul train through the wonderfully weird world of Beetlejuice.
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In Conversation with Dean Evans
Today's episode was a Master Series that took place on October 9th, 2024 In Conversation with Dean Evans. In this conversation, host Sarah Taylor, CCE talks with film and tv editor Dean Evans. Dean shares his journey from a small-town kid in Saskatchewan to becoming a successful editor. He discusses the importance of the MASTER THE WORKFLOW workflow in editing, his experiences working on the film DARK MATCH, and the collaborative nature of the editing process. They also discuss the fast-paced nature of web series DEPARTMENT OF PARANORMAL AFFAIRS, the significance of keeping up with technology in editing, and Dean reflects on a fulfilling career in film, emphasizing the value of relationships in the industry.
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Editing Web Series with Pauline Decroix, Maureen Grant, CCE & Ben Allan
This episode was a panel that took place on May 13th, 2024. Award-winning editors Pauline Decroix, Maureen Grant, CCE and Ben Allen discuss their experiences working on the web series, HOW TO FAIL AS A POPSTAR, I HATE PEOPLE, PEOPLE HATE ME and LESS THAN KOSHER. They explore the unique challenges and creative freedoms that come with this format. They share insights into their editing processes, the importance of timing in comedy, and how they build character dynamics through editing. This event will be moderated by Craig Macintosh.