Sam O'Steen
Known for: Editing
Born: November 5, 1923 in St. Francis, Arkansas, USA - Died: October 10, 2000
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
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The Graduate
Man on Bus (uncredited)
Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?
Editor
Rosemary's Baby
Editor
Chinatown
Editor
Catch-22
Editor
Wolf
Editor
Cool Hand Luke
Editor
Working Girl
Editor
Frantic
Editor
Sparkle
Director
Regarding Henry
Editor
Silkwood
Editor
Heartburn
Editor
The Best Little Girl in the World
Director
Look What's Happened to Rosemary's Baby
Director
A Brand New Life
Director
Queen of the Stardust Ballroom
Director
High Risk
Director
Kids Don't Tell
Director
Robin and the 7 Hoods
Editor
Consenting Adults
Editor
Straight Time
Editor
Night Falls on Manhattan
Editor
The White River Kid
Editor