{"id":62659,"date":"2021-08-13T09:51:00","date_gmt":"2021-08-13T16:51:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/?p=62659"},"modified":"2024-08-21T10:26:11","modified_gmt":"2024-08-21T17:26:11","slug":"directors-cut","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/directors-cut\/","title":{"rendered":"What is a Director\u2019s Cut?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Behind every movie are many hours of hard work and many creative minds. With many minds, come many visions. Anyone who grew up watching home movies, remembers searching through store shelves for the director\u2019s cut version of their favorite film. While director\u2019s cuts may provide an additional hour of viewing time, it also provides so much more. But exactly what is a director\u2019s cut?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Like all great projects, films evolve from several rough drafts. These drafts or cuts go through many stages chosen by editors\u2019 producers and directors. Directors or producers would aid editors in the drafting process. Traditionally, the director\u2019s cut was one of the many cuts in this process. However, now studios pick the version released in theaters. Now the director\u2019s cut is viewed as the version that reflects the director\u2019s true vision for the movie.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why does the director\u2019s cut come out long after the movie premieres?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Studios usually release the \u201cdirector\u2019s cut\u201d alternatives after the theatrical run. They are available for home viewing allowing the viewer to enjoy an often-longer version. The most famous of this type of director\u2019s cut is the <em>Lord of Rings <\/em>trilogy extended version. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/hobbiton-1586978_1280-1024x682.webp 1024w,https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/hobbiton-1586978_1280-300x200.webp 300w,https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/hobbiton-1586978_1280-768x512.webp 768w,https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/hobbiton-1586978_1280-750x500.webp 750w,https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/hobbiton-1586978_1280.webp 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" type=\"image\/webp\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/hobbiton-1586978_1280-1024x682.jpg\" height=\"682\" width=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/hobbiton-1586978_1280-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/hobbiton-1586978_1280-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/hobbiton-1586978_1280-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/hobbiton-1586978_1280-750x500.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/hobbiton-1586978_1280.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" class=\"wp-image-62841 sp-no-webp\" alt=\"hobbiton house\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"  > <\/picture><figcaption>Source: Pixabay<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>While all extended versions are not the director\u2019s cut, in this case, the extended version reflected the director\u2019s true vision for the film. The theatrical version of the trilogy was 178, 179, 201 minutes long. The extended versions were 208, 226, and 252 minutes long. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The director\u2019s cut ended up being a sum of over 2 hours longer than the theatrical editions. These extended versions were huge hits with the fans. Even today, critics and fans discuss the importance of the extended versions.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!-- Begin Peerspace Banner -->\n<div class=\"banner\">\n  <div class=\"banner-text\">\n\n    \n    <h2>Book the perfect location for your film shoot.<\/h2>\n\n    \n    \n    <p>\n      Peerspace is the easiest way to book locations for productions and video shoots. Enjoy the largest library of locations and no-hassle bookings.    <\/p>\n\n    \n    \n    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/plan\/production\" target=\"_self\" class=\"button white cta-segment cta-banner\">Find film locations<\/a>\n\n    \n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"banner-image\" style=\"background-image: url('https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/Beautiful-Industrial-Loft-Space-Downtown-San-Diego-rental.webp') ;\">\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- End Peerspace Banner -->\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why do studios choose the theatrical cut?&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The studio releases a cut different from the director\u2019s imagination for several reasons. Often a studio might cut scenes to fit a deadline, shorten the length, or simplify the story. They also might edit scenes to remove obscene scenes or due to budget restraints. The more money and resources a studio raise for a film, the likelihood of the studio deciding the final cut increases.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If the studios ultimately get the final decision, some may believe the director\u2019s cuts aren\u2019t necessary, but the director\u2019s cuts are still an integral part of the editing process. To this day directors collaborate with the editing team. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Additionally, most creatives will say a project is so much more than a project. It\u2019s truly a manifestation of their thought process, emotions, and imagination. Every creative wants to see the fruition of their hard work; directors are no different. Director\u2019s cut versions are a way to realize their vision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Beyond the need to finish a project, movies are visual stories and interesting stories have different perspectives.&nbsp; So, what is a director\u2019s cut?&nbsp; Simply, the director\u2019s cuts are different perspectives to a story. Audiences enjoy watching these different perspectives. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Real-life examples of a theatrical cut vs. a director&#8217;s cut<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/cyberpunk-6061251_1280-1024x640.webp 1024w,https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/cyberpunk-6061251_1280-300x188.webp 300w,https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/cyberpunk-6061251_1280-768x480.webp 768w,https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/cyberpunk-6061251_1280.webp 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" type=\"image\/webp\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/cyberpunk-6061251_1280-1024x640.jpg\" height=\"640\" width=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/cyberpunk-6061251_1280-1024x640.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/cyberpunk-6061251_1280-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/cyberpunk-6061251_1280-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/cyberpunk-6061251_1280.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" class=\"wp-image-62832 sp-no-webp\" alt=\"neon lights at night\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"  > <\/picture><figcaption>Source: Pixabay<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Ridley Scott&#8217;s movie, the<em> Kingdom of Heaven<\/em>, shows the importance of different cuts. Unlike the <em>Lord of the Rings <\/em>extended version, the <em>Kingdom of Heaven<\/em> director\u2019s cut was only 50 minutes longer than the theatrical version. Despite being less than an hour longer, fans raved that the director\u2019s cut added more context and character development.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Airing several different cuts can be costly and confusing to the fans. Another Scott movie,<em> Blade Runner<\/em>, is famous for its many editions. Since its theatrical debut in 1982, <em>Blade Runner <\/em>has undergone many alternatives including international editions and workprint. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It wasn\u2019t until 1992 that the<em> Blade Runner <\/em>director\u2019s cut was released. Although the 1992 version was closer to the director\u2019s vision, Michael Arick, not Scott, largely controlled this edit. This deviation made fans ask, \u201cwhat is a director\u2019s cut?\u201d In this case, Arick, a film preservation, and editor had the final authority in the director\u2019s cut.&nbsp; <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The 2007 Final Cut version was the closest to Scott&#8217;s vision. Between the theatrical version, director\u2019s cut and final cut, there\u2019s only a minute difference. Like Scott\u2019s other film, fans say <em>Blade Runner<\/em>\u2019s final cut provides the most context and development to the plot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is a final cut and how does a director get a say?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As mentioned before, studios often decide the final version that goes to the theaters. Sometimes directors agree beforehand that they will have the final say in the version released to the public. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Many directors desire final cut privileges but rarely receive them. Tenured commercially successful directors most often receive this freedom. &nbsp;Even then studios can rescind this privilege due to budget or time reasons.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If you\u2019re a new director, how do you get final cut privileges?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/filming-a-woman-at-library-2925311-1024x683.webp 1024w,https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/filming-a-woman-at-library-2925311-300x200.webp 300w,https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/filming-a-woman-at-library-2925311-768x512.webp 768w,https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/filming-a-woman-at-library-2925311-750x500.webp 750w,https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/filming-a-woman-at-library-2925311.webp 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" type=\"image\/webp\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/filming-a-woman-at-library-2925311-1024x683.jpg\" height=\"683\" width=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/filming-a-woman-at-library-2925311-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/filming-a-woman-at-library-2925311-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/filming-a-woman-at-library-2925311-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/filming-a-woman-at-library-2925311-750x500.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/filming-a-woman-at-library-2925311.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" class=\"wp-image-43536 sp-no-webp\" alt=\"library film production set\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"  > <\/picture><figcaption>Source: Pexels \/ cottonbro<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>They are especially rare but even if you\u2019re a new director, it is possible. Stay independent. Instead of going to a studio for a budget, raise it yourself. This is an incredible feat that requires hours of networking, but in this age, networking is easier than ever. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are many websites to help to crowdfund and ways to connect with others. If you have some experience directing, small studios may provide smaller budgets, but they may allow more control over the final version. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A smaller studio may provide more leniency to a director with experience. Receiving final cut privileges isn&#8217;t easy, but if creative control is important to you, it\u2019s worth the hardship.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!-- Begin Peerspace Banner -->\n<div class=\"banner\">\n  <div class=\"banner-text\">\n\n    \n    <h2>Book the perfect location for your film shoot.<\/h2>\n\n    \n    \n    <p>\n      Peerspace is the easiest way to book locations for productions and video shoots. Enjoy the largest library of locations and no-hassle bookings.    <\/p>\n\n    \n    \n    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/plan\/production\" target=\"_self\" class=\"button white cta-segment cta-banner\">Find film locations<\/a>\n\n    \n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"banner-image\" style=\"background-image: url('https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/Impeccably-Styled-Restaurant-Music-Venue-With-Beautifully-Finished-Rooftop-nyc-new-york-city-rental.webp') ;\">\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- End Peerspace Banner -->\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The bottom line<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To summarize, what is a director\u2019s cut? Directors are an integral part of the filmmaking process, but their vision isn\u2019t always realized. The final piece viewers see is an amalgamation of the editor\u2019s, producers, and the studio\u2019s wishes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The more money studios put into a film; the more creative power is taken away from the director in the final product. Director\u2019s cuts give directors the power to fully realize their creative vision. Fans, to this day, enjoy comparing the theatrical and alternative versions.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In some cases, the director has the final say in the theatrically released version; this is called the final cut. It is no easy feat for a director to get final cut privileges. It takes years of hard work, dedication, and a proven track record of commercially successful movies. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/egyptian-themed-theater-seattle-rental-1-1024x566.webp 1024w,https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/egyptian-themed-theater-seattle-rental-1-300x166.webp 300w,https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/egyptian-themed-theater-seattle-rental-1-768x424.webp 768w,https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/egyptian-themed-theater-seattle-rental-1.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" type=\"image\/webp\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/egyptian-themed-theater-seattle-rental-1-1024x566.jpg\" height=\"566\" width=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/egyptian-themed-theater-seattle-rental-1-1024x566.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/egyptian-themed-theater-seattle-rental-1-300x166.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/egyptian-themed-theater-seattle-rental-1-768x424.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/egyptian-themed-theater-seattle-rental-1.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" class=\"wp-image-17425 sp-no-webp\" alt=\"egyptian themed theater seattle rental\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"  > <\/picture><figcaption>Source: Peerspace<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Some directors may divert these challenges by working independently or choosing smaller studios. Even then directors may face the challenge of time and budget constraints.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, no matter if a director has the final cut privileges or the studio chooses to release the director\u2019s cut after a movie\u2019s original run, director cuts provide the audience with another watching experience. Director\u2019s cuts can add another viewpoint, character development, and more context. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Most importantly, these cuts allow directors to express their creativity. In short, the director\u2019s cut continues to be an important part of the development of a product and expression of creative freedom.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.peerspace.com\/plan\/production\">Find unique film locations on Peerspace<\/a><\/em><\/h2>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Behind every movie are many hours of hard work and many creative minds. With many minds, come many visions. 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