Reimagining Reality Everywhere, Anytime, Everywhere: Editing Everywhere All At Once
In the captivating world of "Everything Everywhere All At Once", Paul Rogers, a renowned editor, found himself drawn beyond the ordinary, working with the film's visionary directors, Daniel Scheinert and Daniel Kwan, also known as The Daniels.
Their first encounter was in 2013, at a party in Los Angeles, where Rogers met both directors. Rogers was deeply moved by their pitch for the film, describing The Daniels as "incredible, kind, generous, strange, sexy people." His emotional connection with them transcended their filmmaking talents, extending to their personalities as individuals[1].
The Daniels' approach to filmmaking, as demonstrated in "Everything Everywhere All at Once", was unique. They adopted a "playpen" mentality, breaking and rebuilding the film in a way that kept the team on their toes[1]. Rogers, in his role as an editor, often surprised the directors by altering dramatic scenes into comedic, action, or horror versions, lightening the mood during the intense editing process.
"Everything Everywhere All at Once" is a film that challenges conventional ideas of masculinity, parenthood, and empathy, resonating deeply with the thoughts and concerns of its creators[1]. One of the standout performances in the film is that of Evelyn, played by Michelle Yeoh. Her superpower as an actress lies in her incredible ability to listen and internalize lines around her, bringing depth and authenticity to her character.
Rogers, who worked tirelessly on the film, often found himself mesmerised by moments in the dailies that made him lean in and not want the viewing to stop[1]. He believes that the editor's role in "Everything Everywhere All At Once" was to be a barometer of truth and empathy, a goal that the film aimed to achieve.
The film also showcases a significant portion that relied on the team's ability to show what would eventually be there, without relying on temporary visual effects or sound[1]. This approach, combined with Rogers' unique editing style, contributed to the film's success and its numerous awards.
As the film continues to make waves in the film industry, Rogers remains grateful for his role in the project and his friendship with The Daniels, considering it a meaningful and personal experience[1].
[1] Information sourced from various interviews and articles.
In the realm of movies-and-tv entertainment, Paul Rogers found his connection with The Daniels, the directors of "Everything Everywhere All At Once," to be deeply personal, extending beyond their filmmaking talents to their unique personalities. Rogers, as an editor, brought his exceptional creativity to the table, surprising the directors with unconventional edits that transformed dramatic scenes into comedic, action, or horror versions during the intense editing process.
