The Book Every Editor Has to Read - Walter Murch and In the Blink of an Eye

[@bryanpitcherfilms]

I was lucky enough to meet Walter Murch, introduced to me by my editing mentor, Donn Cambern on the night he (Donn) received his lifetime achievement award by the A.C.E. at the Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills. At the time, I was already a fan of Walter, who had just come off film editing Cold Mountain (as seen in some of the clips in your KZbin essay). I deeply admire both of these men, who unlike most of the pretentious people in the film industry, were profoundly thoughtful, kind, and down to earth. As far as I can tell, the Hollywood industry was exceedingly lucky to have them in their midst. Sadly , Donn Cambern passed away last year. Excellent work on the video essay. I enjoyed it and have bookmarked the link.

[@StudioBinder]

Thanks for sharing! Yeah, he does seem like a really cool guy. Sorry to hear about your mentor 😥

[@SamIRIZARRY84]

This is gold for me. All of these rules apply as a storyboard artist and no one ever taught these principles to me. The book is a godsend!

[@talltaleradio]

I re-read this book probably every year or two. Just a great philosophical reminder of what we do as editors.

[@StudioBinder]

Same! A constant source of inspiration.

[@mynameisslimshady]

I’m on the same page🖖🏾

[@markomilanov3860]

Do you have a recommendation on where to go next from this book? Would like to read more about editing theories

[@aniketkawale5416]

I'm at 05:05 mins and this video essay has already blown away my mind. I've just realised what exactly was missing in my cuts.

[@rayancedrichaddad1197]

This is a complete audiovisual encyclopedia about Walter Murch's Book on Editing. Thousand Thanks StudioBinder for this Inspiring video. I'm inspired to read the book in the Future.🙏😇💯💯💯💯💯

[@StudioBinder]

You're welcome! Thanks for watching.

[@titusrhodes]

His story about his son is so powerful. I love Walter Murch's philosophy on life and film editing.

[@StudioBinder]

He's a fascinating individual.

[@capnkirkie1]

I bought this book 2-3 years ago at Half Price Books. It’s been sitting on my bookshelf since. I watch lots of KZbin tutorials, take courses and create projects daily to grow as an editor, but I forgot all abt that book. When I saw this video, I rush to my bookshelf to confirm I had the same book. I did and it was the 2nd edition. I feel so lucky to have it and have started to read it. My editing journey continues with it.

[@Sunil778-l4c]

*Could ya make a video on Semiotics, Iconography, Film psychology, high culture, low culture, niche culture and the auteur theory?❤❤*

[@remlya]

Low culture? Like spelling the word you as ya?

[@StudioBinder]

We've got something coming soon you'll be happy about.

[@lemondiee]

​@@StudioBinderseems like a bomb coming soooooon

[@Rapscallion2871]

These sound like lessons from a film university.

[@Sunil778-l4c]

@@StudioBinder *That's what I wanted to hear from ya baby!*

[@Azad-gc2bd]

This voice has immense maturity and conviction in it. Seems like some old man describing his life experience. I am happy that you are back. thank you...

[@therobotocracy]

Best book on editing hands down, one of the best in film overall.

[@df4196]

One of the best books on filmmaking period. The lessons Murch shares should be understood by all departments.

[@StudioBinder]

Couldn't agree more!

[@24FP]

Please make a series "explaining" highly respected film books... like this video....as always great job. Thank you

[@kollias_music]

I am a music creator for more than two decades, I started editing four years ago - a newbie in the field. I read Murch's in the blink of an eye and made me understand the basics but also the mastery of the craft. One of the most influential books for any film lover!

[@StudioBinder]

Completely!

[@solertia33]

You don’t even have to be an editor to take a massive amount of inspiration from Murch. This book broke my brain in such a profound way.

[@StudioBinder]

Amen!

[@SOLIDSNAKE.]

Wtf how!

[@tomlewis4748]

All great stuff. As a video editor for decades and a student of cinema, once I became a novelist, I tried to apply what I'd learned, wanting to create a movie in the reader's mind. This knowledge from Murch helps a lot. Writing on the page is all about shifts in focus, just like edits in film are. A sentence full stop, a paragraph break, a blank carriage return, even a comma, clause, or phrase, all indicate shifts in focus, some large, some small, some in between. What it took me years to learn is how important presentation is to what the reader experiences. Yes, the story, the plot, the characters, the line-by-line-all very important. But how everything is framed and the rhythm of framing it, is just as important. Much of the power of story lies in the presentation, and Walter Murch understands this. So maybe I need to do this even better. And maybe I can figure out how to make these 'cuts' in sync with when the reader 'blinks', psychologically, when their focus from element to element, shifts. Or maybe I can be who determines when that focus shifts for them. Certainly worth finding out. (you may notice above that this has been edited. Of course it has. I'm an editor. I edit everything! 😇)

[@huha47]

Having taught media studies for 14 years at Uni, when it came to editing, In the Blink of an Eye, was one of my important resources when presenting and discussing editing in class. I also had spent a lot of time at the dailies on two features which gave me a lot of insight as well. Our editor had done a lot of the editing on Star Trek, and was brought in to finish the editing on Dances with Wolves.

[@juanthyme1569]

I bought it and read it once and my editing was better ever since.

[@StudioBinder]

It really does open up the mind on how to approach this artform.

[@DelightLovesMovies]

I don't work in the film industry, but I am a fan of films and their makers. Thanks for recommending Mr. Murch's book. I look forward to reading it.

[@schambess]

Walter Murch is a true scientist of film montage. So much curiosity and thoughts about the craft. It's so important to think about. What makes a cut work. ❤

[@StudioBinder]

Totally agree! He's top tier when it comes to true philosophy when it comes to filmmaking.

[@1zymn1]

Before I even watch, you are absolutely correct that this is a must read. I use his list of what to keep in a cut and what can be thrown out all the time, I have it written out and posted on my fridge door. Excellent book with great advice, even if the method has changed over the years, as digital was just beginning in the version I have.

[@StudioBinder]

Glad you agree and it certainly is an endless resource. Reading it every couple of years is enough to get inspired all over again.

[@goldsunproductions]

thank you studio binder for another master piece one day y'all gonna be analyzing my film.

[@StudioBinder]

You're welcome and we can't wait!

[@gozirimuu]

A thousand thanks to the Studiobinder Team❤

[@luancalegari]

Wow!!! This video is so good!! One more awesome video that you bring to us for free and with a lot of precious information! The StudioBinder team and this channel are amazing!!!

[@StudioBinder]

Thanks! Glad you liked it.

[@180_S]

This is the best video on film analysis ive seen on youtube in a very long time.

[@StayFractalesque]

I love which clips are chosen to illustrate your points.. for cinephiles out here, who understand the true context of the scene youve repurposed, it adds this extra level of cheekiness to whats already an excellent video.. here's to the masters of subtext and 'the cut'.. 🍻

[@MiguelNdiweni]

Editing is an important part of filmmaking Thanks Studiobinder

[@StudioBinder]

Perhaps the most important! Thanks for watching.

[@TeddyRumble]

Editing is where a film is made. There are stories of directors that just dump a bunch of footage in the editor's lap, and the editor has to somehow make a film out of it.

[@hugodbs]

Walter Murch is my hero, thank you for this video !

[@StudioBinder]

Ours too! You're welcome.

[@Raj-mt7gc]

The production quality of your videos is absolutely amazing. Just subscribed. And I"m sure more will too. Keep up the good work!

[@erikbihari3625]

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[@mingklytus]

Even the videos that are right about Star Wars can lead you here. Thats exactly how I found this channel a few weeks ago. There is an excellent play list about the process of production that is the best I have ever seen.

[@erikbihari3625]

@@mingklytus. My points are twofold. A;"Doug Walker has been doing youtube since having hair, but didn't evolve anything! B;"sometimes the rabbit hole can lead you towards nice places!

[@StudioBinder]

Welcome!

[@cddasdarasfdasf1157]

This so-called studiobinder must be a great one because this software was created by people who really have an understanding of movie and television production techniques． This software certainly meets and understands the needs of real creators, welp I must have try it now,I been going around with videos and blogs of yours these days .you really breakdown so many things puzzle me a long time in a such clear way guys Thankyou ! tbh when I firstly ever read Murch's book I dont 100 percent get what he meant by cut for emotion but finally I see in my editing process I do now

[@Blunttalkz2.0]

I Just ordered my book. Hope it’s as good as everyone says 🤞🏾🤞🏾🤞🏾

[@darshandabrase3265]

Best decision of my life is to subscribe to this channel.

[@hemantkulkarni0212]

I loved this video just as I did his book "The Conversations" . Studiobinder is a great and very useful channel for aspiring 'no film school ' filmmakers. Thanks for uploading great, absolutely great videos each week.

[@StudioBinder]

Thanks for watching!

[@ratemyactors]

Fascinating insight into the world of film editing! Walter Murch's book In the Blink of an Eye is a classic. I love how this video breaks down the concepts in an easy-to-understand way. As an indie filmmaker, it's crucial to understand the importance of film permits and how to navigate the process. Great info for anyone looking to make a impact with their filmmaking. thumbs up!

[@StudioBinder]

Glad you enjoyed it! We tried to summarize Murch as much as possible but it's no substitute for reading the book.

[@almost_harmless]

I love the narration on this as well as how well edited(!) all these videos are and how well presented and clear it all comes across. Excellent work!

[@MP_films2149]

The only book I've read multiple times.

[@StudioBinder]

It's nice and short but packed with info. It's a page-turner for sure.

[@eswar.s]

IT'S VERY USEFUL FOR ME TO LEARN FILM EDITING,KEEP POSTING MORE VIDEOS ON FLIM MAKING.I AM EAGERLY WAITING TO LEARN MORE ABOUT FILM MAKING.THANKS FOR MAKING THIS VIDEO.

[@StudioBinder]

Glad to hear that. And we aren't stopping any time soon so stay tuned!

[@TheAnnotatedDispatch]

Just when we thought we know filmmaking… StudioBinder pulls us back in 😉

[@StudioBinder]

There's so much to learn! Thanks for watching.

[@theji]

this is very first book that I got before entering into film industry

[@annatarbaby]

Thank you so much! Each of your videos is a gem

[@dennisvanooyen9638]

Thanks for making this. The book was already amazing. But this video too!

[@tunlac1957]

Thank you for this wonderful brief of the book.

[@cddasdarasfdasf1157]

Godsend! I was just reading the blog you guys made about the rule of six

[@StudioBinder]

Kismet!

[@354Entertainment]

Walter Murch is a genius!!!!!!!

[@StudioBinder]

Absolutely!

[@othersvisual]

this made me really conscious about every time I blinked 😅

[@ImJustSayingYKnow]

This book is fascinating even if you are not interested in editing.

[@StudioBinder]

Totally! And it's not really that technical so even the casual movie fan would get a lot out of it.

[@brycecombs2868]

I would be interested in seeing comparisons of shots that were cut after test screenings and the final versions, along with explanations by editors and directors as to why.

[@StudioBinder]

Great idea! We'll add it to the list.

[@MegaJacob04]

I'm inspired to read the book thank you!

[@Dolphine43]

Thanks so much for sharing. Great info!

[@byadrianzaions]

I've that book at home, I love it. It's like a bible.

[@StudioBinder]

It's a must-have on any filmmaker's bookshelf!

[@UCtaoYlLlsPJBGiI0xDFk0Ww]

manual blinking like crazy through this video

[@KevboughKirtan]

GOLD. thank you again as always

[@StudioBinder]

You're welcome! Thanks for watching.

[@lentsi6595]

Look forward for more info about editing techniques

[@StudioBinder]

If you haven't seen them already, we have videos on Editing Transitions: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iny7c3SXhqdjabcsi=Q4RBvjXzIKlOgs2V And Editing Techniques: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fIe1aa2wbcicaM0si=XM8dVHKGrZLd8_IA

[@GothTropical]

I attended a talk he gave 11 years ago. Afterwards, I asked him to sign my copy of ITBOAE and he let out a huge groan that said, "are you f**king kidding me?". I was fresh out of film school after majoring in editing...

[@Ady.B]

thank yo so much for this video! i will definitely look into this book

[@StudioBinder]

You're so welcome! And hopefully you enjoy the book as much as we do.

[@saijagreatworks3298]

More clear than a film school class

[@oatboatly]

Cinematographer, or whomever is framing the shots, also ought to have “eye trace mind.” Pretty obvious, but sometimes helpful to state.

[@Tacom4ster]

Whoa I had that book back in film school, might still be around somewhere

[@StudioBinder]

Required reading, as it should be.

[@stephenpep.mp4]

I loved reading his book!

[@StudioBinder]

It's a page-turner for sure!

[@salientfilm]

Do not let anyone borrow this book!!!!

[@joaquimlopes2133]

A wonderful book.

[@DeanCassady]

I think the magic is use music to connect clips. To improve the effects of Montage. (I read his book learnt editing myself.)

[@rollforever85]

The magic is also knowing when to use silence 🙂

[@DeanCassady]

@@rollforever85 thank you for your opinion

[@StudioBinder]

Lots of magic in this book.

[@The_Camera_Guy]

I worked with Walter once. He said the best way to edit was to not even look at the screen but listen to the sound and use that to find the cut point. I did think maybe he’d done to many mushrooms as this idea seemed rather odd. I tried it and it didn’t work but hey horses for courses.

[@JudgeFredd]

Great content

[@aix83]

The music is like in Tenet. Over the exposition.

[@ayanbanarjee6154]

very very interesting make some more on editing

[@64dr64d]

Superb video

[@indimac4391]

You should make a video like this about David mamets book ‘on directing film’

[@gregsonfilm]

Ssshhhh... you guys are giving away all my secrets..

[@daniellatteo_thefilmmaker]

" At the end of the day, film is all about flow. That's the most important thing and the hardest one to accomplish in film... Flow." Guillermo Del Toro

[@StudioBinder]

Very true.

[@TeddyRumble]

Has to flow along with the emotion. Can't be choppy, that's fatal. But it has to go someplace, it has to follow the character's arc.

[@_Corbs_]

I love Mondays now :)

[@StudioBinder]

We try to make Mondays more tolerable!

[@spandanpatnaik5270]

Now I'm blinking consciously 😭😭

[@rohithkumar2086]

What is SIL,TAL, PB in clap boards - especially in indian film making

[@StudioBinder]

We're not sure, actually. Anyone else have an idea here?

[@burgeroraclefilmco]

Love this. Thank you

[@StudioBinder]

You are so welcome!

[@AhmedTarek-tl9jz]

Could you please make videos about sound such as sound recording on set and types of microphones

[@GregTurismo]

I want this book but can’t find it at any libraries. Ironically I found it online for free as a pdf.

[@StudioBinder]

There you go! Enjoy.

[@freddyjosereginomontalvo4667]

Awesome video as always say man

[@StudioBinder]

Appreciate it!

[@jimmahbee]

Great book

[@JokerFleck2]

Excelent video

[@VAIBHAVPATIL-rk2kv]

It is very interesting please make More video on movie Books

[@StudioBinder]

That's a great idea! Any specific book suggestions?

[@GRUBB-MUDD]

30 degree rule is sweet

[@StudioBinder]

Agreed!

[@Recapsulate]

This book was great. I want to read it again. Art of the Cut is good too! Also does anyone else think Walter Murch sounds like Kermit the frog?

[@jjk9o9]

Thank you.

[@StudioBinder]

You're welcome!

[@for_your_health_drangus]

love your videos, just a note - the narrator VO audio is peaking and/or is distorted by too much compression and sent into overdrive (normally your VO track is great so I just wanted to let you know)

[@StudioBinder]

Thanks for the tip! We'll be mindful of that next time.

[@urinbaevazizbek]

Thanks

[@StudioBinder]

You're welcome!

[@stephangeffre7781]

Wooow 😁😸 must get the book

[@StudioBinder]

It is a must-have for any filmmaker.

[@mr.z8188]

Pls pls make a video on george miller transitions. I was mind blown from furiosa.

[@StudioBinder]

Interesting topic! He and his editors really have a way with editing.

[@mr.z8188]

@@StudioBinder Yeah very unique way. Especially the fade cuts

[@glennac]

I wish his book was available on Audible. 😕

[@StudioBinder]

Same! Read by Murch too, he's got such a great voice.

[@danielgoodwin59]

First comment let’s go!!

[@StudioBinder]

Let's go!

[@fitisdead8029]

Good vid

[@StudioBinder]

Thanks!

[@shoseki]

I'd love to see a great editor take a film that is considered terrible and recut it, and see if they could fix the film.

[@Lonelyeco]

Yes, all through film school. 😭

[@StudioBinder]

💯

[@desistars7089]

brother pls answer my question that if rolling shutter speed is 20ms and shutter speed is 1/16sec(62ms) so brother frame has information bw 0 to 20ms brother am I right ? Thanks for your help

[@justdony4276]

can u talk abt Karen pearlman rhythm pls

[@Gurjeet_gureta]

Is there available best book on cinematography.?

[@baliramchauhangatsby]

❤❤❤

[@StudioBinder]

❤

[@lizardskin8594]

I have a question : what if the eye trace (based on the example in the video) is moving often to create variation ? Is that a good apply on a short ?

[@StudioBinder]

Sure, sometimes you want to create more active audience engagement. Spielberg is great at using movement in the frame to guide our eyes to a different location.

[@lizardskin8594]

@@StudioBinder Thanks for your reply. I was about to watch your video about "direct the eye" in Schindler's list. Perfect timing hehe. And by the way, amazing content as always

[@almamunasif]

❤❤

[@NavaneesWaran]

❤

[@StudioBinder]

❤

[@perroraton9515]

Fix it in post!!!

[@StudioBinder]

An editor's favorite expression. Haha.

[@perroraton9515]

@@StudioBinder Haha. 🙃

[@Mr.Sabucedo]

The description of the video is wrong

[@StudioBinder]

Yeah, that's been fixed. Thanks!