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Shoot, Then Rewrite: New Book Explores How Editors Can Help Make Documentaries Soar
By Roger Nygard After a screening of “The Great Buster” (2018), a documentary about silent-film star Buster Keaton, director […]
Year: 2025
Book Reviews
Such a Nasty Woman: How Dorothy Parker Ruled – and Rued – Hollywood
When “talking pictures” took over in the early 1930s, Dorothy Parker was one of the many writers recruited by film studios to meet the needs of sound. […]
Features
Jump Shot: Jessica Baclesse on Finding the Heart in Basketball Drama ‘Rez Ball’
‘It’s a classic sports drama, but what makes it special are the place and the people.’ […]
2025
Cut to Black: Did You Know? Marian Rogers Croak Ph.D
African American Steering Committee this year would like to take note of some of its rich history featuring notable creatives, […]
Web Exclusives
Modern Gothic: Louise Ford Talks Editing on Robert Eggers’ ‘Nosferatu’ Remake
By Patrick Z. McGavin The creative pairing of the London-born picture editor Louise Ford and the independent filmmaker […]
Features
Cathy’s Column: A Fond Farewell From the National Executive Director
By Cathy Repola There are times when words are inadequate. This is one of those times, as I struggle to […]
Web Exclusives
Swords and Avids: Claire Simpson and Sam Restivo Tell All on ‘Gladiator II’ Edits
“When Ridley comes to the cutting room he wants to be surprised and relieved and enjoy the experience of viewing the film with fresh eyes.” […]
Features
Tough All Over: Amid the Work Slowdown, Here’s How Members Are Managing
“We are definitely not back to the pre-strike era, and I don’t think we will ever get back to that point.” […]
Features
What’s The Story?: As Industry Shifts, Story Analysts’ Work Is More Critical Than Ever
“There’s been a lot of hype about AI, but it is moving faster than anyone had guessed.” […]
Web Exclusives
WHAT OUR MEMBERS DO: Josh Glass, Animatic Editor
“I did not come to Los Angeles to pursue editing; I initially wanted to be a comedy writer.” […]
