The Editor's Cut

Today's episode is a panel from EditCon 2026 that took place in February 2026.  Assistant Editors: The Heart of Post Production This panel has assistants from DAVEY & JONESIE'S LOCKER, DISCO'S REVENGE and LOVE ISLAND USA. They'll discuss the assistant journey, from working with editors on projects to the differences between remote and office workflows, and navigating day-to-day operations in betwe...

Today's episode is a panel from EditCon 2026 that took place in February 2026.  ROOTED IN STORY: IDENTITY, LEGACY AND DECOLONIZATION Three visionary documentary storytellers explore how the editor's hand shapes narratives rooted in memory, identity, and the contested spaces of land and legacy. Featuring Elad Tzadok (TREASURE OF THE RICE TERRACES), Ryan Mullins (YINTAH), and renowned editor Mary St...

Today's episode is a panel from EditCon 2026 that took place in February 2026.  Canadian independent films, with their unique funding structures, have fostered a new wave of distinct cinematic voices. From coast to coast, Canadian film editors have shaped a diverse array of stories that reflect the country's rich tapestry of characters, narratives, and forms. Many of these films have shone on inte...

Today's episode is a panel from EditCon 2026 that took place in February 2026.  From one of the most innovative drama series in recent years, we are thrilled to welcome the Emmy-nominated editing team behind SEVERANCE — Geoffrey Richman, Joe Landauer, and Keith Fraase. Together, they will share insights into their mysterious and essential work shaping the show's complex world and emotional depth....

Today's episode was a panel that took place on June 4th with editor Eugene Weis, CCE & DP Lucas Joseph. They talk about their collaboration on the CCE nominated & CSA winning documentary BAM BAM: THE SISTER NANCY STORY.  This event will be moderated by Monica Guddat.  

In today's episode we are joined by Irish editor Brian Philip Davis about his work on HOKUM which had its world premiere at SXSW in 2026. We talk about how to create the best jump scare and how to  leave the audience on the edge of their seats in a case scene! Brian Philip Davis is known for his work in genre cinema, with films showcased at prestigious festivals like Sundance, Tribeca, TIFF, SXSW,...

In today's episode Amanda Pollack, ACE, BFE joins us to talk all things Palm Royale.  Amanda Pollack, ACE, BFE is a born and raised New Yorker, who spent a number of years in the UK as well. She has always loved the way pictures, sound, and music work together to tell stories. Amanda believes her affinity for music and sense of rhythm contribute greatly to the craft of editing. Television Credits...

    In today's episode we're joined by editor Jane MacRea, who has over 15 years of experience in TV and feature films. Her work spans comedy, horror, drama, and science fiction in both short and feature formats, and has been featured at film festivals around the world. Today we discuss her work on the feature film NIKA AND MADISON, which had its world premiere at the 2025 Toronto International Fi...

Today's episode is a Master Series panel that took place virtually on May 13th, 2026. Jerry Skibinsky, editor of Heartland sits down with Sarah Taylor, CCE to talk about his path from AD and location management departments to the edit suite, and what that on-set foundation brings to his work as an editor.

Today's episode is a panel that took place virtually in June 2025. Editor Xi Feng sits down with director and editor Catherine Legault about her second feature documentary, Larry (they/them). Catherine is a prolific, award-winning editor and the host of the CCE's French podcast L'Art du Montage. In Larry (they/them), she takes on the dual role of director and editor, following the vibrant and deep...

Today's episode is a panel that took place on June 18th, 2025 in Toronto. It was an in depth conversation with Sonia Godding Togobo and Tom Third.  They discussed the documentary A MOTHER APART, a story about Jamaican-American poet and 2SLGBTQ+ activist Staceyann Chin and how she courageously reclaimed the art of mothering.  We'll learn more about the edit and how the music added to the story. Thi...

Today's episode is a master series panel that took place on June 4, 2025 in Toronto. Award winning editor Ricardo Acosta, CCE talks with Nick Hector, CCE, BFE about how the film PARADE: QUEER ACTS OF LOVE & RESISTANCE, captured the pivotal moments that sparked Canada's 2SLGBTQI+ movement, honouring the activists and elders whose resistance led to the rights we have today.

If visual effects are the magic of movies, then the VFX editors are the ones making magic happen in the edit suite. But what does that entail? As the bridge between editorial and VFX artists, how do VFX editors support the storytelling process and what do they do? Where did they come from and how has the position evolved? VFX editors Gary Lam, Warren Mazutinec and Bob Dewald answer these questions...

How do issues of representation and identity shape the art and craft of film editing? Join editors Lara Johnston (FELLOW TRAVELERS), Gloria Tong (BRIA MACK GETS A LIFE), and Fabiola Caraza (THE POPULARITY PAPERS) as they discuss the intersection of film editing and cinematic explorations of race, class, gender, and culture. Moderated by D. Gillian Truster, CCE.

Post production is all about collaboration! Join a talented panel of editors, sound designers, and composers as they reveal the behind-the-scenes magic that brings films to life. From the precision of sound design to the emotion of the score, learn how every element comes together to create unforgettable cinematic experiences. Hear from editors Charlene Rule and Hans Olsen, composer John McMillan...

Today's episode was a panel that took place in Vancouver as part of EditCon 2025. Editing is storytelling, and telling stories is what makes us human. But how do editors find, refine, and reconstruct the stories upon which we work? What differences and similarities exist across genres? Join Lisa Binkley, CCE, Jamie Alain, CCE, Ted Tozer, Tanya Maryniak for an in-depth discussion spanning scripted...

Today's episode is a conversation that took place in Toronto during EditCon 2025 with Peter Denes and Steve Taylor, CCE, as they discuss their editing of the opus documentary THE TRAGICALLY HIP: NO DRESS REHEARSAL. This DGC Award-winning, four-part series tells the story of a bunch of scrappy kids from Kingston, Ontario, who went on to make music history. Denes and Taylor will reflect on the mammo...

Editing is storytelling, and telling stories is what makes us human. But how do editors find, refine, and reconstruct the stories upon which we work? What differences and similarities exist across genres? Join Amy Mielke, Wes Paster, Kimberlee McTaggart, CCE and Sarah Byrne for in-depth discussion spanning scripted television, documentary, reality and feature editing. This panel was moderated by T...

Join us for a conversation led by Pauline Decroix with assistants from BEACON 23, HOME SWEET ROME, PUSH and MOONSHINE. They discuss the assistant journey, from working with editors on projects to the differences between remote and office workflows, and navigating day-to-day operations in between the edit suites.

Today we are thrilled to bring you Véronique Barbe, CCE and Arthur Tarnowski, ACE, CCE the editors behind one of the biggest series of the year, Heated Rivalry. This show has been breaking records across the board, earning a perfect 10 out of 10 on IMDb for episode five, becoming Bell Media's most-watched series ever on Crave, and the top non-animated acquired series on HBO, ranking among the top...

In today's episode Sarah Taylor, CCE talks with Sandra Adair, ACE, the celebrated editor behind some of the most enduring and emotionally resonant films of our time. Best known for her long-standing collaboration with director Richard Linklater on films like BOYHOOD, BEFORE MIDNIGHT, SCHOOL OF ROCK, and DAZED AND CONFUSED, Adair brings a rare blend of instinct, rhythm, and narrative sensitivity to...

Today's episode is an interview with Myron Kerstein, ACE — the brilliant editor behind Wicked and Wicked: For Good. Myron has earned two Oscar nominations, won two ACE Eddie Awards for Wicked and tick, tick…BOOM!, and has edited numerous iconic musicals, including In the Heights.

We want to feature the editors of four Canadian films that are not only critically acclaimed in this year's festival circles but also reflect the great community spirit behind their creation. Whether it's the utterly independent visions of MATT AND MARA and UNIVERSAL LANGUAGE or the deeply necessary stories of the Indigenous community in ABERDEEN and THE STAND, this year's Canadian films, in all t...

Animation is often stereotyped as a children's genre. The truth is that it is a versatile medium for all ages: one that allows storytellers to experiment, push boundaries, and captivate audiences around the world. This episode features the editors behind INSIDE OUT 2, THE WILD ROBOT, SPELLBOUND and NIMONA. They discuss the creative process behind these titles and the particularities of working in...

In today's episode Sarah Taylor, CCE chats with Austin Reedy the editor of the documentary ZURAWSKI V TEXAS. They discuss the intricate process of editing a film that intertwines legal narratives with deeply personal stories. Austin reflects on the importance of empathy, collaboration with directors, and the emotional weight of the subject matter.   In ZURAWSKI V TEXAS women denied abortions under...