Sight, Sound & Story Series:
Produced by Manhattan Edit Workshop (MEWShop), “Sight, Sound & Story” is an ongoing high-profile speaker series that brings audiences “behind the scenes” with legends of visual storytelling. Superstar and award-winning guests have included Michael Kahn, ACE (Saving Private Ryan, Schindler’s List, Raiders of the Lost Ark, Lincoln), Dean Cundey, ASC (Back to the Future I, II & III, Jurassic Park), William Goldenberg, ACE (Argo, The Imitation Game, Zero Dark Thirty), Anne V. Coates, ACE (Lawrence of Arabia, The Elephant Man, Unfaithful, Erin Brokovich), Alan Heim, ACE (All That Jazz, Network), Kevin Tent, ACE (The Descendants, Sideways, Election), Buddy Squires, ASC (Baseball, The Civial War, Central Park Five), Jerry Greenberg, ACE (Apocalypse Now, The French Connection), Dylan Tichenor, ACE (Boogie Nights, There Will Be Blood, Brokeback Mountain), Julio Macat, ASC (Home Alone, Wedding Crashers), Mary Jo Markey, ACE (Star Wars: The Force Awakens, Star Trek), Robert McLachlan, ASC CSC (Game of Thrones, Ray Donovan, Westworld), Sidney Wolinsky, ACE (The Sopranos, The Strain, Ray Donovan, The Shape of Water), Bruce Logan, ASC (Tron, Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope), Vanja Černjul, ASC (30 Rock, Marco Polo), Cindy Mollo, ACE (House of Cards, Mad Men), Kelley Dixon, ACE (Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul), Nancy Schreiber, ASC (November, The Nines, The Comeback), Rob Legato (Avatar, Hugo), Bob Richman (An Inconvenient Truth, The September Issue), Joan Churchill, ASC (Shut Up & Sing, Kurt & Courtney), Phil Stockton, M.P.S.E. (Life of Pi, Hugo), Eugene Gearty, M.P.S.E. (The Departed, Hugo), and Susan Morse, ACE (Manhattan, Hannah and Her Sisters).
Download the 2019 Art of Cinematography program here, 2019 Post Production program here, 2018 Art of Cinematography here, 2018 Post Production Summit here, 2017 Art of Cinematography Program here, the 2017 Post Production Summit Program here, the 2016 Art of Cinematography Program here, the 2016 Post Production Summit Program here, 2015 Art of Cinematography Program here, the 2015 Post-Production Program Summit here or the 2014 Post-Production Summit Program Guide here.
Sight, Sound & Story’s 2021 event series format is now online. Sight, Sound & Story has delayed its live in-person events (June’s Post Summit & November’s The Art of Cinematography) until 2022. Until that time the event series will continue live online monthly. This series will feature unique guests and subjects that will vary between editing, cinematography, and all aspects of filmmaking. Most importantly, these events will be live and free to the public.
Sight, Sound & Story Mission:
Bruce Logan, ASC (Sight, Sound & Story: The Art of Cinematography 2018 Panelist)
At Sight, Sound & Story, our mission is to illuminate the craft of post-production, cinematography, editing, color, sound, and storytelling at its deepest level. We believe that the magic of what audiences experience on screen is not born exclusively in front of the camera, but in every cut, every color grade, every mix, every frame — in the collaborative art form that transforms raw material into emotional truth. Through events, panels, masterclasses, and artist-led deep dives, we strive to create spaces where leading professionals share not just finished work, but process, failure, inspiration, and the minutiae of decision-making. Our goal is to renew the dialogue around craft, to honor legacy as well as innovation, and to push the boundaries of how stories are told visually and sonically.
We commit to fostering a community where both emerging practitioners and seasoned professionals are constantly learning, challenged, and inspired. By curating programming that is accessible, rigorous, and artistically rewarding, we enable participants to refine their technical skills, broaden their creative vision, and deepen their voice. We aim to build bridges — between disciplines, between generations, and between commercial and experimental work — so that every creator has opportunities to grow. Ultimately, we envision Sight, Sound & Story as more than an event series: it is a catalyst for excellence, a hub of connection, and a mentor in motion for the people shaping the future of visual and auditory storytelling.
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Sight, Sound & Story Highlights
Sight, Sound & Story 2019: Behind the Lens with Cinematographer Dean Cundey, ASC Part I from Sight, Sound & Story: The Art of Cinematography 2019
Editor Bill Henry, ACE, Discusses a Complex Table Scene from “Succession” from Sight, Sound & Story: Inside the Cutting Room of Succession with Bobbie O’Steen
The Cinematography Behind the “Red Wedding” Episode Explained by Rob McLachlan ASC, CSC, from Sight, Sound & Story: The Art of Cinematography 2018
Legendary Editor Anne V. Coates, ACE on the Famous “Match Cut” from “Lawrence of Arabia” From Sight, Sound & Story: Post Production Summit 2016
The Cinematography Behind the “Red Wedding” Episode Explained by Rob McLachlan ASC, CSC, from Sight, Sound & Story: The Art of Cinematography 2018
Editor Michael Kahn, ACE Discusses the Most Difficult Scene to Cut from “Raiders of the Lost Ark” from Sight, Sound & Story: Post Production Summit 2014
Sight, Sound & Story Testimonials
– Bruce Logan, ASC, (Tron, Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope) & 2018 Panelist
“I had a great time at Sight, Sound & Story: The Art of Cinematography. Not only did I have a great time speaking with Shenal Patel, but also found the other presenters fascinating, and learned a lot.”
– Julio Macat, ASC, (Home Alone, Wedding Crashers, Pitch Perfect) & 2017 Panelist
“The Sight, Sound & Story symposium, which discussed the intricate roles between a director, cinematographer and editor in documentary, TV and feature films, was a smart, concentrated exposé on the different facets of the practical filmmaking process. I got to know Josh Apter and his team and found their commitment to further exploring and teaching the art of filmmaking nothing short of admirable.”
– Stephen O’Connell (Dublin) Editor
“Thank you for bringing us the Sam/Bobbie O’Steen Masterclass. It was such a breath of fresh air, so so good. I’m in the middle of cutting a show for Amazon and it was a timely infusion of great craft and energy in the current madness – a reminder of where we have come from and The Greats who have brought us here. I’ve been thinking about it every day since. That’s the beauty of legacy.”
– Saffia Rahimtoola, Student, Academy for Careers in TV and Film
“Hearing the advice and seeing how great these editors have become. Motivation for me.”
– Tony Wisniewski ZEISS, Marketing Manager, Americas
“Fantastic mix of industry veterans and aspiring filmmakers. It was a delight to meet and speak with people so passionate about the art of film and production.
– Jeff Herzog, Product Manager at EditShare
“Sight, Sound and Story” is an outstanding industry event. No other series offers the diversity of topics and high caliber panelists…and it showed in the incredible turnout from the community. Hats off to Manhattan Edit Workshop for putting on a fantastic event. They had the right mix of creatives with outstanding networking opportunities for its sponsors.”
– Elizabeth Moore, Transcriber, Blind Dog Films
“I loved being around people who have the same interest as me. It was great to hear people who have succeeded in the business. It was very encouraging.”
– Miranda Sherman, Department Administrator Graduate Film, New York University
“The caliber of the speakers was really impressive. The space was great, and things moved along at a really nice pace. It was a very professional event without being stuffy. Great vibe.”
– Chris White Freelance, Editor
“It seems like there are two main purposes: new young editors want to know how to break into the business. More established editors enjoy hearing about the process and behind the scenes. Keep up the good work! Thank you.”
– Abby Hessney, Senior Marketing Manager, Adorama
“Events like Sight, Sound & Story really connect seasoned cinematographers to learning and aspiring filmmakers. I love being a part of opportunities like this where we can get into the minds of creative geniuses.”
– Zacharias Panayotopoulos, Student, New York Institute of Technology
“The content provided everything I needed to hear as a soon to be graduating student of production. Every panelist had something valuable to share, but William Goldenberg was the clear highlight of the night.”
– Michelle Kim, Freelance Editor
“I really loved this. It’s so incredibly inspiring. Always. Great job.”
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