If THE RIGHTEOUS GEMSTONES editors ever tire of working in postproduction, perhaps they can get a job at Cinnabon, because their cutting rooms have the unique distinction of being located in a mall. But considering how much fun the quartet has working on the show and with one another, that career change might just have to wait awhile. For now, audiences can enjoy three seasons of their hilarious work on MAX.
THE RIGHTEOUS GEMSTONES are living proof that worship pays dividends in all sizes. Patriarch Eli (John Goodman), the man most responsible for the tremendous success of the family's megachurch, is in mourning over the loss of his wife. Jesse (Danny McBride), the eldest of the three grown Gemstone siblings, looks to lead in his father's footsteps, but finds his past sins jeopardizing the family ministry. Next in line comes middle sister Judy (Edi Patterson), who secretly lives with her fiancé and dreams of escaping the Gemstone compound. Rounding out the dysfunctional trio is pseudo-hipster Kelvin (Adam DeVine), the youngest of the preachers and a thorn in Jesse's side. As the family battles numerous threats to their renowned religious empire, they continue to spread the good word... and make a solid buck doing so.
JUSTIN BOURRET, ACEIn addition to his editorial duties, Justin also serves as co-producer on THE RIGHTEOUS GEMSTONES. He is also known for his work on FOR ALL MANKIND (2019) and VICE PRINCIPALS (2016).
TODD ZELINNew Jersey native Todd is an editor and producer, known for FRESH OFF THE BOAT (2015) and ARRESTED DEVELOPMENT (2003).
DAVE CANSECODavid Canseco began his journey with THE RIGHTEOUS GEMSTONES in Season 1 as an assistant editor, before working his way up to editor on Season 3. He has also worked on THE GOLDBERGS (2013) and POOLMAN (2023).
JOSEPH ETTINGERNew to the Gemstones team in Season 3, Joseph is also known for ROAR (2022) and DEAD TO ME (2019).
Editing THE RIGHTEOUS GEMSTONESIn our discussion with the "GEMSTONES" editing team, we talk about:
- Setting up shop in Sears
- Walking the tonal tightrope
- Going to editing summer camp
- Mining the gems from all that footage
- Fun with full frontal nudity
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