Bobbie O'Steen is a New York-based writer deeply immersed in the craft of film editing. Her latest book, The Invisible Cut, delves into the mysterious art of movie editing by analyzing actual cuts from classic film scenes. Through her unique perspective, she reveals how editors shape narratives and influence the audience's experience, offering a fascinating look into a profession that is often unseen but vital to the art of cinema.
This groundbreaking book takes the reader behind the closed doors of the editing room where Sam O'Steen along with some of the world's top directors controlled the fate of many legendary films. Editors don't usually sit on movie sets, but Sam was there through the entire shoot and his editing tales are spiced with juicy anecdotes about exotic locations and colorful producers, directors, and stars.