Editing It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia to Out of Frame

Update: 2023-12-05

Description

In this episode of "The Inner World of Filmmaking," we are delighted to host filmmaker and editor Mallory Yarnall, whose documentary "Out of Frame" delves into the rich history of women film editors in Hollywood. With over 20 TV series under her belt, including iconic shows like "Arrested Development," "Mythic Quest," "Rabbit Hole," and the upcoming 16th season of "It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia," Mallory shares her journey from assistant editor on "Mythic Quest" to landing a coveted editing role on the latter.

Mallory recounts the challenges of transitioning from reality to scripted editing, crediting her experience on "Hellraiser" for opening doors. Emphasizing the importance of networking and mentorship, she discusses the pivotal role they played in her career. From ALE scripting to the nuances of cutting for comedy, Mallory offers insights into the technical aspects of her craft, highlighting the significance of invisible cuts and maintaining dialogue flow. Join us for a fascinating exploration of Mallory Yarnall's inspiring editing journey in the inner world of filmmaking.

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Mallory Yarnall Editor/Filmmaker

Out of Frame is a documentary that investigates the rich history of women film editors in Hollywood, offering a look at the many contributions they have made to motion pictures over the decades.

Mallory Yarnall joined the Motion Picture Editors Guild in 2014, and since then she has been a part of the editorial department on more than 20 television series—including Netflix's Arrested Development, PBS's American Masters, and CBS's Survivor.

Mallory's recent credits as Assistant Editor include Apple TV+'s Mythic Quest, created by Rob McElhenney, Megan Ganz, and Charlie Day, and Paramount+'s Rabbit Hole, starring Kiefer Sutherland. She is excited to be joining It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia as an Assistant Editor on that show's upcoming 16th season.

In addition, Mallory has served as an Assistant Editor on several features—including the acclaimed documentary Unrest, which earned the Special Jury Award For Editing at Sundance in 2017, and the much-anticipated reboot of Clive Barker's Hellraiser now streaming on Hulu.