Did you ever want to know how to apply simple and practical work techniques to all that film editing theory? Here is an authentic 'How-to' guide - adaptable to all tools and technologies - to make you a better editor of film or video. Pepperman's vibrant approach uses dozens of terrific sequences from a wide array of films to teach you how editing can make a good film better. He defines what is constant in all great work and gives you all the tips you need to achieve your own greatness.

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