Cutting for Character

Masterclass with Sam Pollard & Paul Trewartha

Wed 10 Jun

10:30

–12:00

Goethe-Institut, JHB

A masterclass for filmmakers and film editors interested in doing a deep dive into the process of shaping a story to match the character of an icon.

About This Event

We have the privilege of spending time in the classroom with the TUTU director Sam Pollard and editor Paul Trewartha. We learn how Sam and Paul shaped this powerful filmic portrait of the late Archbishop Desmond Tutu, de facto saint of contemporary South Africa. Sam Pollard, is a renowned editor, director and producer across film and television, and has worked alongside greats like Spike Lee. His remarkable work ​​chronicling the Black experience conveys the historical reach of racial injustice and the enduring power of black freedom struggles. Paul Trewartha is a London based Documentary editor known for his work on Branson (2022), and The Sparks Brothers (2021) nominated for 26 awards including the BAFTA Best Documentary. Together, they will explore the invisible art of the edit.

Guest Appearances

Moderator

A senior South African editor, recognised by the American Cinema Editors. She holds a Ph.D. with a focus on personal history and memory.

View Bio… : Nikki Comninos

Guest Speaker

Paul Trewartha BFE is a London-based documentary editor whose work spans some of the world’s most acclaimed documentary storytelling. His latest feature TUTU showcases his exceptional narrative instinct and ability to navigate dense, multifaceted material and shape it into emotionally resonant, compelling story.

View Bio… : Paul Trewartha

Guest Speaker

A distinguished director, editor, producer, and screenwriter body of work reflects a deep commitment to chronicling the African American experience with nuance, rigor, and emotional clarity.

View Bio… : Sam Pollard

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