Netflix's Horror Master Told Me How To Cut Scares The Right Way

Discover How to Edit Like Like An Artist: https://hayden-hillier-smith.mykajabi... Record, Edit and Publish videos with Riverside: https://creators.riverside.fm/TheEdit... and use code + use code EDITINGPODCAST for 15% off! We recorded this episode with Riverside. Try Track Club for 2 Months FREE: https://trackclub.com/referral-landin... Hosts: ‪@HillierSmith‬ ‪@JordanOrme‬ Guests: Mike Flanagan & Brett W. Bachman Edited by: Intro and first half by‪@HillierSmith‬ Second half by ‪@LiamBedford‬ Executive Producer: Vishnu Vallabhaneni 0:00 - More Storytelling, Less Scares 2:30 - Using Color To Introduce A Horror Villain 7:50 - Setting Up A Scare with Sound & Shot Selection 12:35 - Making the Scare WORK 18:44 - Mike Flanagan was an Editor FIRST 25:09 - Mike Flanagan's 3 Horror Rules 27:08 - Hiding A Scare to Make it Work 30:30 - Horror Only Works With Good Character In this must-watch episode of The Editing Podcast, professional editors Hayden Hillier-Smith and Jordan Orme sit down with acclaimed horror director Mike Flanagan (The Haunting of Hill House, The Haunting of Bly Manor, Midnight Mass, The Midnight Club, Doctor Sleep, Gerald's Game, and Life of Chuck starring Tom Hiddleston that was premiered on TIFF) to discuss the post-production process of his latest Netflix series, The House of Usher. Joined by the show’s editor, Brett W. Bachman, they break down the key techniques used in horror editing, including how to craft jump scares, build tension, and use character development to create fear that resonates. Learn the insider secrets on how Flanagan's team uses pacing, sound design, and editing to turn ordinary moments into terrifying scenes that keep audiences on the edge of their seats. This episode is perfect for anyone looking to learn how to edit horror or anyone curious about the editing techniques behind a successful Netflix horror series. The conversation also explores the critical role the editor plays in shaping a horror show’s overall atmosphere. Bachman reveals how they work together to create seamless edits, enhance scares with perfectly timed music, and develop the unsettling tone that has made The House of Usher a hit on Netflix. Aspiring editors, filmmakers, and horror enthusiasts will love the deep dive into the editing techniques behind The House of Usher and how the post-production process is crucial for creating a horror masterpiece. If you're interested in film editing, especially for horror content, this episode is packed with practical tips, behind-the-scenes insights, and expert advice on how to master horror editing for both TV and film