How Does an Editor Think and Feel?

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Walks through Walter Murch's 'rule of six' and shows real cuts that prioritise emotion over continuity, giving viewers a concrete model of how editing decisions are made.

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Uses Walter Murch's ideas and real examples to show how editors decide when to cut, and how rhythm and emotion drive editing.

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