Go beyond the mechanics of Final Cut Express 4--learn how to edit with it! More than a button-pushing manual--this workshop give you firsthand experience with the art and technique of editing. You develop a working knowledge with nineteen tutorials that cover each and every essential, including: more...

The value of the editor’s craft to a finished film cannot be underestimated, and it’s no surprise that directors rely heavily on the same editor again and again. It is said an editor can create acting performances in the editing suite-and looking at a film like The Hurt Locker, you can see that the more...

Go beyond the mechanics of Final Cut Pro-learn how to edit with it! More than a button-pushing manual — this editing workshop gives you firsthand experience with the art and technique of editing with Final Cut Pro 3 (FCP). It includes in-depth info on the new features, interface elements, and tools more...

Over the decades, distribution has remained the most elusive aspect of filmmaking. The Web provides filmmakers with a new option for distribution, exhibition, and broadcast - learn how to distribute your film or video over the web using Quicktime. more...

The first volume to reveal the post-production process of a major motion picture (Cold Mountain) edited entirely in Final Cut Pro!

•Offers a rare inside glimpse at the creative process of one of cinema's giants: threetime Academy Award-winning editor Walter Murch.
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Way more than a software guide; this book will help you take your editing skills to the next level, while teaching you intermediate techniques and timesaving tips for professional results with Final Cut Pro 4. Includes invaluable details on crucial issues of set up, configuration, consumer advice more...

The assistant film editor has many more responsibilities than simply helping to edit the picture. He or she must work with all the numerous members of the filmmaking team, juggle the demands of copious amounts of footage from various sources, keep notes during the shoot’s dailies screenings, process more...

In this groundbreaking book Norman Hollyn outlines his 'Lean Forward Moment Method' of storytelling that applies to all aspects of the film-making process and media production. Whether you are an editor, producer, director, cinematographer or visual effects pro, this book will provide the essential more...

Today's non-linear editing systems are equipped with a wide range of color correction tools that were previously only available in dedicated color correction suites. This book shows video editors how to take full advantage of their power. Clear, step-by-step instructions are included for Avid XPress more...

Enhanced version of the seminal text on editing includes a new foreword, a new afterword, a revamped cover and layout, as well as a lower price!


The single most comprehensive and engaging volume on film editing. Reisz and Millar introduce readers to every aspect of the editor’s more...

Build your VFX arsenal with quick-access, step-by-step instruction on how to create today's hottest digital VFX shots. This essential toolkit provides techniques for creating effects seen in movies such as 300, Spiderman 3, Predator and others, with lessons on how-to:


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Act now and receive these two key post production titles from Focal Press for just $60 — a savings of almost $20 off the regular combined price. With the these two books you will be able to edit and distribute your film right from your laptop: Editing with Final Cut more...