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“In TV, you are much more likely to see the episode closer to the script as written - in terms of the order of the scenes - than you would in a movie, and here's why: you don't have as many days to edit. You have 10 to 12 weeks or more to edit a feature, and you have four days to edit TV. That's a…” quote by Reed Morano
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“In TV, you are much more likely to see the episode closer to the script as written - in terms of the order of the scenes - than you would in a movie, and here's why: you don't have as many days to edit. You have 10 to 12 weeks or more to edit a feature, and you have four days to edit TV. That's a huge difference.”

Reed Morano

About This Quote

Source Interview: Reed Morano on TV Production, 2023

TV episodes are edited quickly, preserving script order, unlike movies with longer post‑production timelines.

In simple terms: TV editing is fast, keeping scenes close to script.

Key Takeaway

Expect tighter narrative flow in TV.

Themes

production timelines editing media format

Mood

analytical informative

Type

explanatory industry

When to use this quote

  • TV series
  • film projects
  • editing workshops

Key Concepts

film vs TV post‑production storytelling

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does editing speed shape storytelling?
  • What are the trade‑offs of rapid TV editing?
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