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Sophie Brassil

BA [Hons] Film + Television Production

Sophie Brassil has been exploring her passion for editing for the last seven years. She has enjoyed learning about the many crafts at DFEI and the NFS but it was editing that grabbed her attention and enthusiasm. She loves bringing a story to life; piecing it together in unique and imaginative ways. Sophie enjoys telling stories that elicit emotional responses from the audience. Sophie has been working as an assistant editor at Outer Limits Post Production, and she is appreciative for all of the knowledge she has acquired there as yet. As her career progresses, Sophie wishes to offer her resourcefulness and passion to the Irish film industry.

**"The Sallow Child"** (17Minute) *Graduate Film / Genre - Psychological / Folk Lore Horror* - Director - Rory Sweeney / Cinematographer - Ella Brandt / Editor - Sophie Brassil

**"Bestial Ones"** (22Minutes) *Graduate Film / Genre - Family Drama* - Director - Miles Murphy / Cinematographer - Fiachra Gallagher Lawson / Editor - Sophie Brassil

Guys&Gals - "Lost & Found" Archive Project 2021. Through the use of archived footage, the depiction of men and women is compared in adverts through the years. Times are changing but not without their similarities. Special Thanks: Irina Maldea, Brendan Culleton

iGirl - Short Montage Film iGirl (2021) is an intimate exploration of our search for meaning in history, myth and the stories human beings have told themselves since the beginning of time. Directed by Maurice Sweeney / Music by Carl Kennedy / Edited by Sophie Brassil / Lone performer Olwen Fouéré / In her first production as Abbey Theatre Artistic Director, Caitríona McLaughlin reunites with Marina Carr

Where Will We Go - Short Film - In Post Production Stage (2021-2022) In Donegal specifically, the problem is caused by a mineral called muscovite mica in concrete blocks which impacts the cohesion of cement in them, hence affecting the durability of the walls. Director - Rory Fitzpatrick / Cinematographer - Grainne Galvin / Producer - Billy Buckley / Editor - Sophie Brassil

Editing - Major Projects

I believe that through editing two very different films this year, I was able to explore many new territories, stretching my editing abilities and exploring genres I had never tried before, for which I am grateful.
From a creative perspective, I looked at how narratives are constructed, how suspense is built in an edit, how plot rearrangements are limitless, how to hold on to important character moments, and everything in between.
This year, I felt like I was always learning new skills and applying them to my work, whether minor or substantial. I appreciate learning new skills that I will almost certainly apply frequently.
"Bestial Ones" (22Minutes)

- Director - Miles Murphy

- Genre - Family Drama
"The Sallow Child" (17Minute)

- Director - Rory Sweeney

- Genre - Psychological / Folk Lore Horror

Thesis - How the Editor Structure’s the Rhythm: Progression and Pacing in the Work of Dede Allen

One of Dede Allen's key elements was an understanding of the characters in her films, feeling what they feel, living in their world. She added a startling new approach to a film’s rhythm and structure, a sense of texture to her assortment of shots. The rhythm and dynamics created by Dede in Bonnie and Clyde (1967) had a significant influence on early twentieth-century film editing innovation. The radical editing techniques became the new Hollywood aesthetic.
I thoroughly enjoyed researching the editing work of Dede Allen, because she has always been inspiring to me. On the two Grad films I edited, I was able to apply the knowledge I gained from researching this topic throughout post production. I hope to have more opportunities like this in the future.

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