And now we are entering a territory in which the nominations are completely baffling to me. Three of those films absolutely do not deserve to be even considered for awards (period) of technical nature. Alas, it is what it is.
5. Jojo Rabbit, Tom Eagles
This film was a disappointment in every way for me. I know some people did enjoy it but even they have to realize how badly the entire thing was put together.
4. Ford v Ferrari, Michael McCusker & Andrew Buckland
The most boring, safe, and unoriginal film of this year’s Oscars. I have actually heard a lot of praise for the editing in Ford v Ferrari but I think a truly good editor would cut at least an hour from the runtime of the film.
3. Joker, Jeff Groth
I cannot believe I am putting Joker so high on a ranking but this category frustrates me greatly. I guess the editing in Joker is bearable, if only in comparison to all of the truly awful stuff going on.
2. Parasite, Jinmo Yang
Parasite is a near masterpiece and editing is absolutely masterful as well. I am putting it as number two on the list but I would be absolutely ecstatic if Jinmo Yang won.
1. The Irishman, Thelma Schoonmaker
But I have to give it to the absolute legend Thelma Schoonmaker. Making a film that is three and a half hours long not only watchable but enjoyable is a true art and she is a genius. There are moments in the film that will stay with me forever. Thank you Movie God for Thelma.
Swingin' at the Seance 