the art of renouncing
the art of renouncing
This guide to editing covers everything from the practicality to the artistry of the editing world. Using all type of examples (from movie classics to video games and comic books), Antonio Gómez-Pan, with the help of QR codes that quite literally bring examples to life, writes a new "must have" film book, ideal for beginners and professionals alike.
“A joyous, uniquely
presented, and deeply
informed voyage
showing the increasing
sophistication of
filmmaking from the
earliest films until
now. You will love it!"
Lynzee Klingman
Academy Award nominated editor of One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest, Man on the Moon, Ali…
"It is engaging and
unpretentious, filled
not only with great
storytelling tips but
also good practice for
real life. The book feels
like a conversation
with a trusted
colleague.”
Yorgos Mavropsaridis
Academy award nominated Editor of Poor Things, The Favourite, Kinds of kindness, The Lobster, The Killing of a Sacred Deer, Dogtooth, Monos…
“A funny and unpretentious
book on editing perfect for
anyone interested
in stories.”
Hughes Winborne
Academy Award-winning editor of Crash, Ghost in the Shell and Guardians of the Galaxy, Fences, The Pursuit of Happiness…
“This book helps you
demystify the process,
giving you tools and
tricks to make your
project better.”
Cord Jefferson
Academy Award-winning writer and director of American Fiction
“foundational, straight up,
personal, real. From the
inside. Antonio has put
together a gift for any
editor - aspiring or
otherwise. It’s an all timer..”
Luke Doolan
Academy Award nominated director, editor of The Underground Railroad, Servant…
“I wish I had read this when
I was starting in this
profession. Antonio has
written a relatable,
introspective guide to
editing that captures
you from the first page to
its last one.”
Petur Hliddal
Academy Award nominated sound mixer of The Aviator, Big Fish, Siriana, Shutter Island…