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Sam O'Steen

Editing

November 6, 1923 — October 11, 2000St. Francis, Arkansas, USA

Sam O'Steen was an American film editor and director, renowned for his collaborations with director Mike Nichols. His editing work on films like The Graduate (1967), Rosemary's Baby (1968), and Chinatown (1974) earned him critical acclaim and multiple award nominations. O'Steen's precise editing style significantly influenced the pacing and narrative structure of these classic films. He also directed several television movies, including Queen of the Stardust Ballroom (1975), showcasing his versatility in the industry.

Known for

The Graduate
1967

The Graduate

Man on Bus (uncredited)

Behind the camera

Kids Don't Tell1985

Kids Don't Tell

Director

The Best Little Girl in the World1981

The Best Little Girl in the World

Director

Sparkle1976

Sparkle

Director

Look What's Happened to Rosemary's Baby1976

Look What's Happened to Rosemary's Baby

Director

High Risk1976

High Risk

Director

Queen of the Stardust Ballroom1975

Queen of the Stardust Ballroom

Director

I Love You...Good-bye1974

I Love You...Good-bye

Director

A Brand New Life1973

A Brand New Life

Director