Josh Ethier
Editor, Actor, Producer, Composer
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.
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.
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Filmography
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| 2019 | BlissOn Plex |
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| 2017 | Bullet HeadOn Plex |
| 2017 | MayhemOn Plex |
| 2017 | House by the LakeOn Plex |
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| 2015 | Tales of HalloweenOn Plex |
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| 2015 | We Are Still HereOn Plex |
| 2015 | Dark SummerOn Plex |
| 2014 | Digging Up the MarrowOn Plex |
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| 2013 | Almost HumanOn Plex |
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| 2024 | Jimmy and Stiggs · as Theo Thatcher |
| 2022 | Christmas Bloody Christmas · as Larry |
| 2019 | Bliss · as BobbyOn Plex |
| 2019 | VFW · as Tank |
| 2017 | Bullet Head · as The RideOn Plex |
| 2017 | Psychopaths · as GuardOn Plex |
| 2017 | Small Crimes · as Probation Officer (uncredited) |
| 2016 | Beyond the Gates · as Spectral Father |
| 2015 | Some Kind of Hate · as Driver |
| 2015 | The Mind's Eye · as Jim Robbins |
| 2014 | ABCs of Death 2 · as Jack The Muscle (segment: A) |
| 2013 | Almost Human · as Mark FisherOn Plex |
| 2012 | Holliston · as Man At Ticket Table |
| 2011 | Rosewood Lane · as Man With Father Issues |
| 2011 | Chillerama · as Train Passenger (segment: Wadzilla)On Plex |
| 2027 | Orphan 3 · as Co-Producer |
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| 2019 | BlissOn Plex |
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| 2013 | Almost HumanOn Plex |
| 2014 | Digging Up the Marrow · as Self / Vance / Little BigfootOn Plex |
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| 2021 | Happily · as Additional Editing |
| 2019 | VFW · as Colorist |
| 2019 | VFW · as Sound Designer |
| 2016 | The Axe Murders of Villisca · as Additional EditingOn Plex |
| 2016 | Beyond the Gates · as Sound Designer |
| 2015 | The Mind's Eye · as Sound Editor |
| 2014 | Zombeavers · as Assistant Editor |
| 2014 | Unfriended · as Additional Editing |
| 2013 | Almost Human · as Sound DesignerOn Plex |
| 2011 | Rites of Spring · as Assistant Editor |