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The premier Post and Production event series Sight, Sound & Story continues!
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Sight, Sound & Story - Behind the Lens & Edit of "The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power"
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Inside Episode XLIII: Step into the world of "The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power" with Cinematographer Alex Disenhof, ASC, and Editor Joel Skinner as they take us behind the scenes of one of television’s most ambitious series. Alex reveals how he brings Middle-earth to the screen with stunning visuals that capture its magic and scale. Joel shares what it’s like to edit such a visually rich show and how he helps shape complex, emotional characters as darkness looms.
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Join us for this in-depth look at the craft of cinematography and editing, and discover how these creative talents work together to bring the story to life.
Moderator: Chad Anderson (Manhattan Edit Workshop & Brookdale Community College)
Panelists: Cinematographer Alex Disenhof, ASC ("Watchmen", "City on a Hill") and Editor Joel Skinner ("Luther", "Doctor Who")
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When: Wednesday, May 28th, 2025
Time: 8:00 PM ET / 5:00 PM PT
General Admission: FREE!
All attendees who register for this event will receive a link and password before the start of the event. This will gain free access for attendees. This will also give free replays for 48 hours
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Alex Disenhof, ASC, is a cinematographer who has photographed award-winning feature films, television shows, and commercials. His latest work includes the highly anticipated HBO miniseries "Task" and Amazon’s mega-budget "The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power," where he holds the position of lead cinematographer.
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Past work also includes the cultural phenomenon "Watchmen" for HBO, an ASC Award nomination for his work on the pilot episode of "The Exorcist," two Camerimage nominations (2020 Pilot - "City on a HIll" / 2009 Music Video - "Mono No Aware"), and the 2014 Somali pirate film "Fishing Without Nets," which received the US Dramatic Directing prize at Sundance and was screened at Camerimage. His work in independent cinema has also featured films screened at Cannes, Sundance, Tribeca, Camerimage, and SXSW, with acclaimed directors such as Michel Gondry and Jeremiah Zagar.
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In recognition of his work, Alex was named in Variety's "Below the Line Impact Report" in both 2014 and 2016, and in 2021, he became the youngest active member of the prestigious American Society of Cinematographers.
Alex is a passionate storyteller who thrives in a collaborative environment. He believes that the values of respect, empathy, and kindness are just as important as artistic excellence in every project that he takes on.
Born and raised in Bristol, in the West of England, Joel Skinner embarked on his television editing career rather late compared to many of his peers. It wasn't until his late twenties that he decided to make a significant career shift. With a background in insurance, Joel chose to follow his passion for filmmaking, a hobby that had long seen him creating short films with friends and working in the camera crew on music promos for the likes of Franz Ferdinand and The Killers. This passion led him to pursue a Master's Degree in Film.
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Joel's entry into the TV industry began with roles as an Assistant Editor and Visual Effects Editor on some of the most beloved British TV series, including the iconic "Doctor Who," "Sherlock," and "Luther." These experiences allowed him to hone his craft, work with some of the best Directors and Editors the U.K. has to offer,, and develop a keen eye for narrative and visual storytelling.
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He landed his first job as an Editor on "Luther," having started as an assistant on the series. This opportunity marked the beginning of a career in high-end television. Since then, Joel has had the privilege of editing numerous prestigious U.K. and U.S. productions, including His Dark Materials for HBO and "Winx: The Fate Saga" for Netflix.
The culmination of Joel's career thus far has been his role as an Editor for the acclaimed series "The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power" for Prime Video, a dream project for a self-confessed Tolkien nerd.
Chad Anderson is a college professor, animation geek, poet, video editor & skateboarder from the Jersey Shore. He has worked on various editing and visual FX projects for corporate, educational, broadcast, non-profit, and military organizations all over the country (and once in Korea). Previous clients have included E! Entertainment, "The Charlie Rose Show," the WB, The Count Basie Theatre, and a film that went straight to video with John Stamos in it. He holds a Master’s in Education from NJCU and has been teaching for over 18 years. His favorite movie is "Joe Versus the Volcano."
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