Uniqueness and Universality in Film Editing MASTERCLASS
SPEAKER: Réka Lemhényi
Universality makes the story readable; uniqueness makes it memorable. Award-winning editor Réka Lemhényi examines how an editor’s subjectivity shapes a film’s narrative and layers of meaning. Her masterclass highlights how rhythm, emotion, and structure create stories that remain deeply rooted in their local culture, yet speak to global audiences.
Réka Lemhényi, an award-winning film editor, has brought her creative vision to a wide range of feature films, television series, and documentaries, collaborating with some of the most respected Hungarian and international directors on more than 40 films across various genres. Her outstanding work has been recognized with numerous prestigious honors, including the Balázs Béla Award, Hungary’s Golden Scissors—Best Editor Award, multiple Critics’ Awards, and the Best Romanian and Best Polish Film Editor awards. She has also spent over a decade teaching and mentoring at film universities and professional workshops, sharing her expertise with the next generation of editors.
