Emma Backman

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I’m a Swedish film editor working across short-form and long-form, based in Stockholm and working globally.

As a former dancer, I’m intuitively drawn to movement, rhythm and sound. My approach to editing is rooted in the idea of montage, using the cut not simply to ensure continuity, but to construct meaning, shape emotion and build a story.

I’m interested in finding the form within the footage: crafting images and sound to bring clarity, intention and feeling to a film.

I have been lucky to work with directors who have a strong understanding of editing as a balance between art and craft.

In 2023, I completed editing the feature documentary As We Speak, directed by J.M. Harper of Park Pictures. Exploring the relationship between hip-hop lyrics and the criminal justice system, the film premiered at the 2024 Sundance Film Festival and is now streaming on Paramount+.

I was also an additional editor on Daughters, directed by Natalie Rae and Angela Patton. The film won the Festival Favorite Award at the 2024 Sundance Film Festival, was BAFTA-nominated, and is streaming on Netflix.

I’m currently editing two feature films, one documentary and one narrative, while remaining available for selected short-form projects.

Awards and recognition include CICLOPE Gold, ADC Gold, Roygalan Editor of the Year, Shots Awards, and Clio Gold and Bronze.

Interview with SHOTS Magazine.

Interview with Filmmaker Magazine about As We Speak

Globally represented by Cabin Editing Company

For inquiries in Europe:

Ruth Minkley
Associate Producer at Cabin (Europe)
Email, +44 7780 663443

For inquiries in the US:

Britt Carson
Executive Producer at Cabin (Los Angeles)
Email, 858 210 9750

Hope DuHaime
Executive Producer at Cabin (New York)
Email, 603 491 6679

For general inquiries:

Emma Backman
Email, Instagram

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