Norman Orenstein
Biography
Norman Orenstein is a Canadian film editor known for his work on genre films, particularly in horror, thriller, and science fiction. He has built a career in post-production marked by a strong sense of pacing, narrative clarity, and the ability to support tension-driven storytelling.
Orenstein’s editing work has contributed to a number of feature films, including American Psycho 2 (2002), where his editing helped maintain the film’s psychological tone and fast-moving structure. He has also worked on other genre projects such as Cube²: Hypercube (2002), further establishing his presence in suspense and science-fiction cinema.
Throughout his career, Orenstein has collaborated frequently with directors working in commercially focused genre filmmaking, demonstrating versatility across different styles and production scales. His editing approach often emphasizes rhythm and momentum, key elements in maintaining suspense and audience engagement.
