Academy Award®-Winning Editor Michael Kahn, A.C.E., Joins Bobbie O’Steen for an Exclusive Conversation at Sight, Sound & Story
New York, New York – June 3, 2014 – Manhattan Edit Workshop (MEWShop), the premier authorized training destination for post-production and content creators, has announced the highly anticipated return of its annual event, Sight, Sound & Story, taking place on June 14, 2014, in Manhattan. This year’s event promises to be one of the most inspiring yet, bringing together some of the most celebrated artists, editors, and filmmakers for a full day of panels, networking, and creative exploration.
Headlining the event is none other than Academy Award®-winning editor Michael Kahn, A.C.E., one of the most acclaimed film editors in cinematic history. Kahn will join noted author and film historian Bobbie O’Steen for the premier panel, “Inside the Cutting Room with Bobbie O’Steen.” Sponsored by HP and Intel®, this exclusive session will delve into Kahn’s extraordinary career, spanning decades of groundbreaking work in both television and film.
Over the course of his illustrious career, Michael Kahn has earned three Academy Awards® and received multiple nominations for his exceptional editing work. His legendary 34-year collaboration with director Steven Spielberg has produced some of the most iconic films of all time, including Jaws, Raiders of the Lost Ark, Schindler’s List, and Saving Private Ryan. During this intimate discussion, Kahn and O’Steen will explore the art and intuition behind film editing, the evolution of storytelling through the cut, and the creative dynamics of his long-standing partnerships in Hollywood.
With HP and Intel® supporting this premier panel, attendees can expect not only a rare behind-the-scenes look at Kahn’s creative process but also valuable insights into the tools and technology shaping the future of post-production.