Glenn Farr, the Oscar-winning editor known for his work on “The Right Stuff” and “Commando,” has died. He was 77.
Farr died on May 25 due to complications from a brain tumour, said his friend and fellow editor Janice Hampton.
Glenn Farr top movies and TV shows
The Right Stuff (1983). This biographical drama film about the early days of the American space program won four Academy Awards, including Best Picture and Best Film Editing. Farr shared the award for Best Film Editing with Lisa Fruchtman, Stephen A. Rotter, Douglas Stewart, and Tom Rolf.
Commando (1985). This action film starring Arnold Schwarzenegger was a box-office success. Farr’s editing was praised for its pacing and tension.
Runaway (1984). This science fiction thriller film about killer robots was a critical and commercial disappointment. However, Farr’s editing was praised for its suspenseful visuals.
Glenn Farr awards and nominations
Farr has won numerous awards for his work as an editor, including:
Academy Award for Best Film Editing for The Right Stuff (1983)
American Cinema Editors Eddie Award for Best Edited Feature Film – Drama for The Right Stuff (1983)
Farr is a respected editor who has worked on some of the most popular and acclaimed films and TV shows of the past few decades. His work is known for its pacing, tension, and emotional impact.
