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Marcia Lucas, the Unsung Editor Who Shaped Star Wars, Dies at 80
entertainment1 month ago

Marcia Lucas, the Unsung Editor Who Shaped Star Wars, Dies at 80

Marcia Lucas, Oscar-winning editor who helped shape Star Wars and was a pioneer among New Hollywood women, has died at 80 from metastatic cancer in California. She cut THX 1138, American Graffiti, and Star Wars (earning the 1978 Oscar with Paul Hirsch and Richard Chew), and helped determine pivotal moments like Obi-Wan’s death and the film’s emotional throughline, while later influencing Raiders of the Lost Ark. Her work extended to Scorsese’s Alice Doesn’t Live Here Anymore and Taxi Driver, and she remained a respected, warm presence in the industry; she is survived by her daughters Amanda Lucas and Amy Soper.

via The Guardian|
#entertainment#film-editing#new-hollywood
Lucasfilm Mourns Marcia Lucas, Star Wars Editor Behind the Original Film
entertainment1 month ago

Lucasfilm Mourns Marcia Lucas, Star Wars Editor Behind the Original Film

Lucasfilm mourns Marcia Lucas, 80, the Oscar-winning editor who helped assemble Star Wars: A New Hope with Richard Chew and Paul Hirsch; she later edited for Scorsese on Taxi Driver and Alice Doesn’t Live Here Anymore, and contributed to Lucasfilm projects including The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi. She died in Rancho Mirage after a battle with metastatic cancer, and her family and Lucasfilm praised her emotional intelligence, rhythm and ability to bring heart to a scene.

via Variety|
#entertainment#film-editing#lucasfilm
How the Michael Biopic Was Trimmed, Dropping Jaafar Jackson’s Voiceover
entertainment2 months ago

How the Michael Biopic Was Trimmed, Dropping Jaafar Jackson’s Voiceover

Editor John Ottman recut the four-hour Michael biopic to add intimacy, humor, and momentum, trimming roughly 25 minutes of Jaafar Jackson’s voiceover and tightening the early years. The edits were driven by a need to ground Michael’s artistry while also heeding a settlement clause that barred depicting or mentioning a specific accuser, resulting in a stronger focus on young Michael and Jaafar’s standout performances through close-ups and character-driven moments.

via Variety|
#entertainment#film-editing#jaafar-jackson
ACE Eddie Awards 2026: Top Editors Honored Across Film and TV
awards4 months ago

ACE Eddie Awards 2026: Top Editors Honored Across Film and TV

ACE Eddie Awards 2026 honored editors across film and TV, naming Sinners as Best Edited Feature Drama, One Battle After Another as Best Edited Feature Comedy, A Winter’s Song as Best Edited Non-Theatrical Feature, and KPop Demon Hunters as Best Edited Animated Feature. TV prizes went to The Pitt for Best Edited Drama Series, The Studio for Best Edited Single-Camera Comedy Series, and South Park for Best Edited Animated Series; The Penguin won in Limited Series. Additional wins included Conan O’Brien Must Go (Non-Scripted), Saturday Night Live 50th Anniversary Special (Variety/Talk/Sketch), The Perfect Neighbor (Documentary Feature), Pee-wee as Himself (Documentary Series), and Luis Barragan (Anne V. Coates Award for Student Editing). Ang Lee was named ACE Golden Eddie Filmmaker of the Year, with Career Achievement honors for Arthur Forney and Robert Leighton.

via Deadline|
#ace-eddie-awards#american-cinema-editors#awards
‘One Battle After Another’ Dominates Box Office and Critics
entertainment9 months ago

‘One Battle After Another’ Dominates Box Office and Critics

Andy Jurgensen discusses the intricate editing process behind Paul Thomas Anderson's film 'One Battle After Another,' highlighting how he crafted its momentum, tone shifts, and impactful scenes through innovative techniques like cross-cutting, strategic needle drops, and visual effects, resulting in a dynamic and emotionally resonant movie.

via The Film Stage|
#andy-jurgensen#cinematic-techniques#entertainment
Ridley Scott Denies Denzel Washington's Same-Sex Kiss in 'Gladiator II'
entertainment1 year ago

Ridley Scott Denies Denzel Washington's Same-Sex Kiss in 'Gladiator II'

Ridley Scott, director of Gladiator II, has denied Denzel Washington's claim that a same-sex kiss was cut from the film, calling it "bullshit." Washington, who plays a bisexual character, later downplayed the incident as a "peck" and not significant. The film's original cut was over an hour longer, with many scenes, including some of Connie Nielsen's, removed for length, not due to homophobia. Producer Michael Pruss described the kiss as a "non-event."

via The Guardian|
#denzel-washington#entertainment#film-editing
film1 year ago

Ridley Scott Clarifies Denzel Washington's Cut Same-Sex Kiss in 'Gladiator II'

Director Ridley Scott refuted claims by Denzel Washington that a same-sex kiss scene was cut from "Gladiator II," stating that the kiss "didn't happen." Washington described the moment as a "peck" and downplayed its significance, while producer Michael Pruss noted that many scenes were omitted from the final cut. The film, featuring Paul Mescal, is set to appeal to a broad audience and opens in theaters soon.

via Variety|
#denzel-washington#film#film-editing
Denzel Washington's Gay Kiss Cut from 'Gladiator II'
entertainment1 year ago

Denzel Washington's Gay Kiss Cut from 'Gladiator II'

Denzel Washington revealed that a same-sex kiss he performed in "Gladiator II" was cut from the film. In an interview, Washington mentioned that he kissed a male co-star on the lips, but the scene was removed, suggesting the filmmakers "weren't ready for that yet." The film, directed by Ridley Scott, is set to release on November 22. Co-star Paul Mescal also shared a story about a kiss during a rehearsal with Pedro Pascal, which received a humorous response from Scott.

via CNN|
#denzel-washington#entertainment#film-editing
"ACE Eddie Awards 2024: 'Oppenheimer' and 'The Holdovers' Take Top Honors"
entertainment2 years ago

"ACE Eddie Awards 2024: 'Oppenheimer' and 'The Holdovers' Take Top Honors"

Oppenheimer and The Holdovers took top film honors at the 74th ACE Eddie Awards, with Oppenheimer winning Best Edited Feature Film (Dramatic) and The Holdovers landing the top award for Best Edited Feature Film (Comedy). TV winners included The Last of Us and The Bear, while a quartet of honorees received career awards from the American Cinema Editors. The ACE Eddie Awards, celebrating the art and science of the editing profession, have been presented annually since 1951.

via Deadline|
#ace-eddie-awards#entertainment#film-editing
"ACE Eddie Awards Nominations: Top Contenders for Editing Prizes Revealed"
entertainment2 years ago

"ACE Eddie Awards Nominations: Top Contenders for Editing Prizes Revealed"

The 74th annual ACE Eddie Awards nominations have been announced, with films like "Oppenheimer" and "Barbie" competing for editing prizes. The ceremony will take place on March 3, with Nina West hosting and John Waters receiving the ACE Golden Eddie Filmmaker of the Year Award. Additionally, film editors Kate Amend and Walter Murch will receive Career Achievement Awards, and Stephen Lovejoy will receive the Heritage Award for his commitment to ACE.

via Deadline|
#ace-eddie-awards#entertainment#film-editing
"Legendary Female Editors Lead Oscars Predictions for Best Film Editing with 'Killers of the Flower Moon' and 'Oppenheimer'"
entertainment2 years ago

"Legendary Female Editors Lead Oscars Predictions for Best Film Editing with 'Killers of the Flower Moon' and 'Oppenheimer'"

The 2024 Oscars Best Film Editing predictions suggest that Jennifer Lame and Thelma Schoonmaker are leading the pack, with Lame in a strong position for Christopher Nolan's "Oppenheimer" and Schoonmaker for Martin Scorsese's "Killers of the Flower Moon." Greta Gerwig's "Barbie" and animated films like "Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse" are also potential contenders. The list is subject to change as the awards season progresses.

via Variety|
#entertainment#film-editing#jennifer-lame