If you’ve been wondering how the Merc with a Mouth and an adamantium-clawed mutant can share the screen with such great comedic timing and dynamic, fast-moving action, Shane Reid is one to thank. Reid was the picture editor on the new Marvel blockbuster, Deadpool & Wolverine. The film finds Deadpool searching various timelines for a cooperative version of the grumpy Wolverine to help anchor his world and prevent it from putting put through the TVA's metaphysical shredder. The film is jam-packed with wild action sequences and snappy dialogue, but slows down occasionally for emotional reflection, all while developing the complex relationship between these two heroes. So how do you balance all of that as an editor?We spoke with Reid via email about his background, editing for emotion and character building, and how an editor should best support a director. Let's cut to the chase and learn how Reid stitches together this superhero story. - YouTube www.youtube.com No Film School: How does your background in music videos help in editing feature films? Shane Reid: Editing music videos consists of the music doing the work and the film supporting it. In film, it’s typically opposite. But when you’re dealing with a film like Deadpool & Wolverine that is so pop-influenced and nostalgic—oftentimes there seems to be almost music video-like components to the film where the film can support the music. A perfect example is the opening bone fight. It wasn’t always set to "Bye Bye Bye," but when we found the track,...
Published By: NoFilmSchool - Tuesday, 13 August, 2024