An AMVCA nominee and fast-rising Nollywood movie editor, Temitope Folarin, has shared insights into the technicalities and the weeks of effort that go into delivering the best experience for movie lovers.
Having worked on some of the industry’s most acclaimed projects, including Kunle Afolayan’s Citation, A Naija Xmas, Anikulapo, and Bolanle Austen-Peters’ House of Ga’a, and many others, Temitope has made her mark in the movie industry.
She believes that aside from passion, excitement fuels the job and makes one want to put in their best to see that the visuals convey the story properly.
“If you put it together in a way that is shabby, its inspiration might be shabby,” she explained, emphasising that passion and precision are essential for editors to elevate a project.
According to her, anyone who interns under her would understand what it truly entails to produce excellent work.
While editors often remain outside the spotlight, Folarin insists her joy comes from the audience’s reaction to the finished work.
“Sometimes I forget that I edited it. I just ride with the joy and excitement that everybody has,” she said.
