Golden Eddie nominations announced

Outstanding editing achievements recognised

by Jennie Kermode

Golden Eddie nominee My Octopus Teacher
Golden Eddie nominee My Octopus Teacher

This year's Golden Eddie nominations were announced today by ACE (American Cinema Editors), with contenders including Nomadland, Sound Of Metal and My Octopus Teacher.

Founded in 1950, ACE is made up entirely of professional editors who have been admitted to the organisation on the basis of their work. As such its awards as highly valued because they are voted for by peers with a thorough understanding of the work involved.

The awards will be presented on 17 April, when Spike Lee will receive the ACE Golden Eddie Filmmaker of the Year Award for his lifetime achievements.

Those film nominations in full:-

Best Edited Feature Film (Dramatic)

Best Edited Feature Film (Comedy)

Best Edited Animated Feature Film

Best Edited Documentary (Feature)

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