DOCU CRAFT
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Things you want to know (or not) about editing…..documentaries
THE LEBANESE BURGUER MAFIA
Discover the mysterious case of Burger Baron: The most mysterious fast food chain: Lebanese owners, a secret sauce and legal battle for the brand.
Subtitles in English, Spanish and Italian.
Listen to the audio format in: Spotify
Directed by: Omar Mouallem
Editing by: Sarah Taylor
Production Company: Back Road Productions
Producers: Omar Mouallem, Dylan Rhys Howard
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Sarah Taylor: Award-winning Canadian editor with over twenty years of experience. Member of the Directors Guild of Canada (DGC). Host of The Editor's Cut podcast. Co-host of the Braaains podcast.
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https://suiteoneproductions.com/about
https://cceditors.ca/what-we-do/podcasts/
https://braaainspodcast.com/
EL MILLOR SALT. Serie Documental
"El millor Salt" is a documentary series by the production company E2S Creativa from Manresa, created for 3Cat.
Over three episodes, we follow several gymnasts and coaches from the EGIBA club in Bages. Discover the world of artistic gymnastics, but above all, how it’s edited!
Editing by: Pepit & Alba Rivas
Directed by: Dani Sala
Production Company: E2S for 3Cat
Subtitles available in English, Spanish, and Italian.
Listen to the audio format on Spotify: https://shorturl.at/9ne0z
AL OTRO LADO DEL MURO
In this DocuCraft video, we explore the fascinating editing process of the documentary Al Otro Lado del Muro, winner of the prestigious Hot Docs 2017 award, among many other prizes and mentions.
We interview director and editor Pau Ortiz and editor Frank Gutiérrez, who share in detail how they complemented each other in the editing room.
Editing by: Pau Ortíz, Frank Gutiérrez
Directed by: Pau Ortíz
Subtitles available in English, Spanish.
Listen to the audio format on Spotify.
Above the line
In this episode of DocuCraft, we take a close look at the delicate and powerful Above the Line (original title Vonal Felett), a documentary that brings us into the daily life of a young elite gymnast in Hungary. In this exclusive interview, editor Bence Bartos shares his creative process and the challenges of shaping such an intimate and physically demanding story.
Shot over 28 days, with long and immersive sessions of 5–6 hours per day, the documentary captures not only the athlete’s journey but also the emotional weight behind every movement. It’s a quiet, vérité-style film with a simple structure — but its impact is lasting.
In this conversation, Bence reveals:
How he and the director Anikó Muity approached the editing after working together on multiple projects.
The role of rhythm, silence, and intuition — influenced by his passion for music and dance.
How they handled over a year’s worth of footage and built the film during an intense editing period in 2018.
Why Above the Line is not just about sports, but about vulnerability, resilience, and growing up.
Editing by: Bence Bartos
Directed by: Anikó Muity
Subtitles available in English and Spanish.
A DANGEROUS BOY
In this episode of DocuCraft, we delve into the darkest and most fascinating corners of the documentary A Dangerous Boy in an exclusive interview with its director, Ole Bendtzen. This gripping documentary takes us into the life of Siggi, an Icelandic hacker with direct connections to Julian Assange and Wikileaks. What begins as an intriguing portrait quickly unfolds into a story filled with secrets, betrayal, and ethical dilemmas.
In this conversation, Ole reveals:
How he approached a controversial figure like Siggi.
The challenges of maintaining objectivity in such a complex narrative.
Why he decided to turn down an offer from Netflix to preserve his creative freedom.
And how the editing process was crucial in shaping this unique story.
Editing by: Mikael Ebbesen, Thomas Irving, Thomas Papapetros
Directed by: Ole Bendtzen
Subtitles available in English, Spanish.
Listen to the audio format on Spotify.
A DANGEROUS BOY
In this episode of DocuCraft, we go backstage with Blur: To the End, the official documentary of the legendary British band Blur. In this exclusive conversation, editor Danny Abel walks us through the creative process of shaping a film that is as emotional and layered as the band itself.
Far from being just another tour documentary, Blur: To the End offers a rare glimpse into the personal dynamics, doubts, and creative energy behind one of the most iconic reunions in British music. With access to decades of archive material — including an unreleased documentary from the 2000s — the editing process became an act of discovery.
In this interview, Danny reveals:
How he built emotional arcs from candid moments and raw material.
The importance of pacing and structure when working with both old and new footage.
What it was like collaborating closely with the band and director Toby L.
And how to find vulnerability and honesty in a film about a world-famous group.
Editing by: Danny Abel
Directed by: Toby L
Subtitles available in English and Spanish.
A NEW KIND OF WILDERNESS
In this episode of DocuCraft, we dive into the emotional and raw journey behind A New Kind of Wilderness, winner of the World Cinema Documentary Award at Sundance 2024. In this exclusive conversation, we sit down with director Silje Evensmo Jacobsen and editors Christoffer Heie and Kristian Tveit to uncover how they crafted one of the most moving documentaries of the year.
The film follows a Norwegian family living off-grid in the forest — a lifestyle driven by love, idealism, and a desire for freedom. But when tragedy strikes, the filmmakers are faced with a difficult question: how do you remain truthful without exploiting the pain of others?
In this interview, the team reveals:
How they structured the story using a traditional narrative arc.
The editorial choices made to balance intimacy, respect, and multiple protagonists.
How the team turned the use of precious archival footage into one of the film’s strengths.
Editing by: Christoffer Heie & Kristian Tveit
Directed by: Silje Evensmo Jacobsen
Subtitles available in English and Spanish.
