Josh Ethier
Originally from Rhode Island, Josh Ethier is a renowned Los Angeles based film editor who has left a lasting mark on the horror, thriller and action genres; he literally wears his passion for the genres on his sleeve. His works have premiered at esteemed film festivals such as the Toronto International Film Festival, Sundance Film Festival, SXSW, Tribeca Film Festival, Beyond Fest and Fantastic Fest.
Ethier is most well known for his frequent collaborations with director Joe Begos, with whom he has crafted a unique, LOUD and impactful cinematic style. Their partnership has resulted in several acclaimed films, including "Bliss," a psychedelic horror film that explores the descent of an artist into madness; "VFW," a gritty, action-packed thriller about war veterans defending their local VFW post from a drug-addled gang; and most recently, "Christmas Bloody Christmas," a festive yet terrifying holiday horror film that's streaming on Shudder. These collaborations have resonated with audiences and critics alike, showcasing Ethier's ability to enhance Begos' visionary storytelling through his editing.
Ethier's impressive filmography includes notable titles such as Oz Perkins' "Gretel & Hansel" for Orion Pictures and MGM, a dark reimagining of the classic fairy tale; William Brent Bell's "Orphan: First Kill," the prequel to the cult horror favorite for Paramount Pictures; Henry Dunham's "The Standoff at Sparrow Creek," a tense, dialogue-driven thriller about a mass shooting at a police funeral; and "Mayhem," a high-octane action horror film starring Steven Yeun that highlights his versatility as an editor of action and comedy.
In 2021, Ethier's contributions to film editing were formally recognized when he was invited to join American Cinema Editors (ACE), an honor that signifies his standing in the industry amongst his peers. His career is marked by a commitment to excellence and a passion for storytelling, making him one of the most respected and sought-after editors in independent genre cinema.
| Known For | Editing |
|---|---|
| Most Rating | 0.4391 |
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| Place of Birth | Providence, Rhode Island, USA |
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2017
Small Crimes
5.384/290
A disgraced former cop, fresh off a six-year prison sentence for attempted murder, returns home looking for redemption but winds up trapped in the mes...
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Small Crimes
2022
The Courier
0/0
Stuck in a dead-end job and searching for purpose, a motorcycle courier is invited into a mysterious woman's home to learn about an important delivery...
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The Courier
2014
Almost Human
4.7/123
Mark Fisher disappeared from his home in a brilliant flash of blue light almost two years ago. His friend Seth Hampton was the last to see him alive....
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Almost Human
2022
Christmas Bloody Christmas
5.373/236
It's Christmas Eve and Tori just wants to get drunk and party, but when a robotic Santa Claus at a nearby toy store goes haywire and begins a rampant...
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Christmas Bloody Christmas
2015
Digging Up the Marrow
5.4/159
A documentary filmmaker turns his lens on an enigmatic conspiracy theorist who claims he's found the entrance to a vast underground city populated ent...
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Digging Up the Marrow
2015
The Mind's Eye
4.9/96
Zack Connors and Rachel Meadows were born with incredible psychokinetic capabilities. When word of their supernatural talents gets out, they find them...
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The Mind's Eye
2011
Bad Moon Rising
7/2
Jeff is awoken in the middle of the night to his brother pounding on his apartment door. The body of his lifeless girlfriend clutched in his arms, he...
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Bad Moon Rising
2011
Toxin
0/0
Short film featured on the special features of the Blu-ray/DVD release of Almost Human.
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Toxin
2015
Some Kind of Hate
4.7/124
When troubled teen Lincoln is subjected to severe bullying, he accidentally conjures the vengeful ghost of Moira Karp. Once a teenage girl pushed to s...
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Some Kind of Hate
2019
Bliss
5.7/208
In need of creative inspiration, a professionally stagnant and hard-partying Los Angeles artist recklessly indulges in a series of drug binges. As the...
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Bliss
2019
VFW
5.9/263
A typical night for veterans at a VFW turns into an all-out battle for survival when a desperate teen runs into the bar with a bag of stolen drugs. Wh...
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VFW
2016
Beyond the Gates
5.2/190
Two estranged brothers reunite at their missing father's video store to liquidate the property and sell off his assets. As they dig through the store,...
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Beyond the Gates
2013
Halloween Hugs
6/1
A coffin that was rented for a Halloween party winds up containing a terrifying/adorable secret.
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Halloween Hugs
2017
Bullet Head
4.997/548
A group of career criminals finds itself trapped in a warehouse with the law – and an Attack Dog named DeNiro closing in.
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Bullet Head
2025
Jimmy and Stiggs
6/18
A shitstorm of bad news sends out-of-work filmmaker Jimmy Lang spiraling into an out-of-control bender, during which he claims to have been abducted b...
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