American Hustle’: Watch director, editor discuss

Director and writer David O. Russell and editor Jay Cassidy discuss the film “American Hustle” with Times staff writer Glenn Whipp.

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Director David O. Russell discusses how a scene is transformed when a kiss is introduced into the script.

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Director David O. Russell discusses working with each actor to develop his or her character in the film.

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Director David O. Russell talks about what's real and what's fiction in the film.

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The crew discusses making fun discoveries in the editing room.

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The crew discusses the role music plays in the film.

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