ABSTRACT
From the thriller director’s background, his edginess and dark outlook informed the victim-turned-victor
mentality of the thriller genre. The action director’s experiences in the wild inclined him toward fast-
paced action and death-defying stunts. The horror director’s nightmares created a proclivity for jump
scares and vividly made-up monsters. Often the director aligns himself with an editor of similar disposi-
tion, one who resonates with his vision. Comedy editor Bruce Green often cuts Garry Marshall’s films,
such as Runaway Bride and Princess Diaries. Jon Poll, another top comedy editor, frequently works with
director Jay Roach on such films as Goldmember, Meet the Parents, and Dinner for Schmucks. On the other
hand, Conrad Buff, with his command of action, suspense, and visual effects, avoids comedies. His skills
have helped create such exciting films as Titanic, King Arthur, and The Last Airbender.