| Description |
1 online resource (448 pages) |
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Access limited to subscribing institutions. |
| Summary |
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, the film editor who worked on Star Wars , The Empire Strikes Back , Ferris Bueller's Day Off and more than 40 other 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. |
| Note |
Print version record. |
| Subject |
Hirsch, Paul, 1945- author.
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Motion picture editors -- United States -- Biography.
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Motion pictures -- Editing.
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PERFORMING ARTS / Film / General.
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| Genre/Form |
Electronic books.
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| ISBN |
9781641602563 (pdf) |
| Standard No. |
9781641602563 |
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