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
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Richard Ferrone
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Paul Hirsch
About this listen
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 50 years by Paul Hirsch, a film editor who worked on more than 40 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.
©2019 Paul Hirsch (P)2019 Blackstone PublishingWhat listeners say about A Long Time Ago, in a Cutting Room Far, Far Away
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- Amazon Customer
- 29-10-2020
Great for film fans, not too technical
This book is both informative and insightful. Covering the realities of the editing process and how it shapes a film, along with intriguing insights from Hirsch, as he was up close with famous filmmakers making many big hits and some notable misses. It may seem dry at first as you work out the author’s perspective, but it’s definitely worth sticking with it as it becomes progressively more and more riveting. I’m off to rewatch the films covered. First up is Blow Out, with its scenes weaving the analog film and sound gear in with the drama.
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- Vaughan Smith
- 19-08-2023
Fantastic tales from the edit suite of a true pro!
Great recollections from so many classic films it is indispensable for any budding film editor or film fan.
Hirsch's professional stories, narrative and cutting advice are all spot-on and regardless of whether you cut film in the 1970s or the 2020s it is relevant and insightful.
I've been cutting TV ads and TV programs for 25 years and Hirsch provided insights new to me or reaffirmed my own impressions of working in this fun but challenging business.
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- Ben
- 17-07-2024
Great listening!
Some great stories, practical advice for filmmakers and editors in particular and well delivered by the narrator.
I bumped it to 1.2x speed and found that was perfect cadence.
Highly recommend to anyone interested in “how it used to be done” or just the film post production process in general.
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- Kate
- 04-02-2020
Great book about movie editors life!
Loved the book. If you're into film making and want to know how a movie editor can bring a movie to life. This is the book for you. I have learnt a lot about Paul Hirsch! Sir, you are now one of my heroes.
The narration is on point as well.
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- Luke Dove
- 20-03-2023
Must listen for editors
As a small time editor myself I found this book riveting. Paul’s stories are vivid and lovingly recalled - bringing to life the many directors, actors, producers, and fellow editors he worked shoulder-to-shoulder with on some of the biggest movies of the past 40+ years. But most importantly for me, Paul shares how he edits, and in turn has written a ‘how to be a great editor’ guide without ever once making it feel like a lesson.
Paul taught me what it means to be an editor, and as Paul would say ‘for this, I am truly grateful.’
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