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Quote by Walter Murch

“Every film is a puzzle really, from an editorial point of view.”

Quote by Walter Murch

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Walter Murch, born on July 12, 1943, is a renowned film editor. He has achieved remarkable success in the field of film editing and has won multiple awards, including the Oscar for Best Editing. Murch is known for his unique editing style and profound understanding of cinematic art. more

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