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Ralph Rosenblum was an American film editor whose career spans the transition from classic studio productions to the New Hollywood era. He is known for his extensive collaboration with Woody Allen, editing several of his early features, including "Annie Hall" (1977) and "Sleeper" (1973). Beyond his practical work, Rosenblum contributed to the academic understanding of cinema by co-authoring the book "When the Shooting Stops, the Cutting Begins" in 1979. This publication serves as a primary resource for film students analyzing the history of editing.
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Which Woody Allen films did Ralph Rosenblum edit?
Rosenblum edited six Woody Allen films, including Take the Money and Run, Bananas, Sleeper, Love and Death, Annie Hall, and Interiors. His work on Annie Hall helped shape the film's shift from a collection of comic scenes into a relationship story.
Did Ralph Rosenblum win an award for editing Annie Hall?
Yes. He won the 1977 BAFTA Award for Best Editing for Annie Hall, which was directed by Woody Allen and released in 1977. [Los Angeles Times](https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-1995-09-09-mn-43948-story.html)
What was Ralph Rosenblum's connection to Sidney Lumet?
Before and alongside his Woody Allen collaborations, Rosenblum edited major Sidney Lumet films including Long Day's Journey into Night, Fail Safe, The Pawnbroker, and The Group. The Lumet work established him as an editor of serious character-driven drama.
What book did Ralph Rosenblum write about film editing?
He co-wrote the 1979 memoir When the Shooting Stops, the Cutting Begins: A Film Editor's Story with Robert Karen. The book explains how editors reshape performances, structure, and story after filming is complete.
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