September 2010

Roberto Rossellini’s Open City (Roma, Cittá Aperta), which premiered in Italy 65 years ago in September 1945, revolutionized the perception and marketing of foreign films in America when it opened …

I have always been envious of those who came to the business because of their love and passion for films. I was born into the film industry and didn’t appreciate …

The Editors Guild, along with Local 52 and other New York production unions, will continue to lobby the politicians in the future and promote our industry.

In the age of YouTube, making movies no longer seems complicated. With an expanding range of visual media and easy access to affordable camcorders and editing software, many can shoot …

The history of Local 683 is one of very active involvement by the rank and file membership.

“3-D doesn’t have to be things constantly flying in your face.  If you feel like you’re immersed within this space in front of you and interacting with this fantasy world, …

How we work, and the creativity that results from these endeavors, are highly dependent upon the palette of available picture editorial, sound editorial and re-recording mixing tools.

“I let the actors’ eye movements guide my cuts.  When an actor looks to someone else, I wait until they’ve looked, then cut to where they’re looking.  It’s a simple …