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Sandra Adair

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Sandra Adair is an American film editor known for her sustained collaboration with director Richard Linklater. She edited films including Dazed and Confused, Before Sunrise, School of Rock, Before Sunset, Before Midnight, and Boyhood, helping shape projects that often depend on conversational rhythm and performances observed across extended periods. Her editing of Boyhood, filmed intermittently over twelve years, earned her an Academy Award nomination for Best Film Editing.

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Which Richard Linklater films did Sandra Adair edit?

Sandra Adair edited a large portion of Linklater's filmography, including Dazed and Confused (1993), Before Sunrise (1995), School of Rock (2003), Before Sunset (2004), Before Midnight (2013), and Boyhood (2014). Their creative partnership has spanned over two decades.

How did Sandra Adair handle editing Boyhood, which was filmed over 12 years?

Adair edited Boyhood incrementally as director Richard Linklater shot footage over roughly 12 years, assembling each year's material and refining the overall narrative arc as the project evolved. Her editing was essential to making the transition from childhood to young adulthood feel seamless and emotionally resonant.

Did Sandra Adair receive award recognition for editing Boyhood?

Adair received numerous accolades for Boyhood, including awards from several film critics' organizations and a nomination from American Cinema Editors (ACE). The unique 12-year editing process drew particular attention from the industry.

Has Sandra Adair worked as an editor on projects outside of Richard Linklater's films?

While Adair is most closely associated with Linklater, she has edited other feature films and television projects independently. However, her most celebrated and sustained collaboration remains with Linklater.

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