A Long Time Ago in a Cutting Room Far, Far Away My Fifty Years Editing Hollywood Hits--Star Wars, Carrie, Ferris Bueller's Day off, Mission: Impossible, and More |
|
| Author:
| Hirsch, Paul |
| ISBN: | 978-1-64160-255-6 |
| Publication Date: | Jan 2020 |
| Publisher: | Chicago Review Press, Incorporated
|
| Book Format: | Hardback |
| List Price: | AUD $54.99 |
Book Description:
|
A Long Time Ago in a Cutting Room Far, Far Away is a behind-the-scenes look at some of the most influential films of the last fifty years by Paul Hirsch, a film editor who worked on more than forty features. Starting with his work on Carrie, Hirsch gives insight into the production process, touching upon casting, directing, cutting, and scoring. It's a riveting look at the decisions that went into creating memorable and iconic scenes and offers fascinating portraits of...
More Description
A Long Time Ago in a Cutting Room Far, Far Away is a behind-the-scenes look at some of the most influential films of the last fifty years by Paul Hirsch, a film editor who worked on more than forty features. Starting with his work on Carrie, Hirsch gives insight into the production process, touching upon casting, directing, cutting, and scoring. It's a riveting look at the decisions that went into creating memorable and iconic scenes and offers fascinating portraits of filmmakers, stars, and composers. Part film-school primer, part paean to legendary directors and professionals, the funny yet insightful writing will entertain and inform aficionados and casual moviegoers alike.