Seen on the Screen with Jacqueline Coley
Editors Have All the Fun with John Cantú
May 22, 2024 · 26 min
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A trailer editor reveals how every cut in a movie preview is a deliberate storytelling choice.
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In this episode
- How childhood passions for music and film can shape a creative career
- Why editing a trailer is as intricate as assembling a handmade quilt
- What comedy and cultural resonance have to do with cutting a great preview
- How a single edit can change the entire story a trailer tells
About this episode
What does crafting a quilt have in common with editing a blockbuster movie trailer? In this week’s episode of "Seen on the Screen," Jacqueline Coley finds that link with John Cantú, a seasoned trailer editor in Universal’s Creative Operations. John shares how a childhood passion for music and movies evolved into a career in film editing. Discover the joy of seeing a movie through your child's eyes, the cultural resonance of comedy, and the meticulous craft behind your favorite movie trailers. Listen in as John shares insights from behind the scenes at NBCUniversal, illustrating how every cut can tell a powerful story.
About Seen on the Screen with Jacqueline Coley
A podcast series hosted by Jacqueline Coley, Awards Editor at Rotten Tomatoes. Claim your ticket to witness the personal narratives happening behind the scenes of film and entertainment. Each episode invites you into intimate conversations with filmmakers, actors and industry insiders.
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