Overview

• Tom Priestley, the Oscar-nominated editor behind 'Deliverance' and son of British playwright J.B. Priestley, died at 91.
• His death was announced by the J.B. Priestley Society, highlighting his significant contributions to film editing.
• Priestley's editing work on 'Deliverance' earned him an Oscar nomination and is remembered for its impactful sequences.
• Beyond 'Deliverance', Priestley collaborated with notable directors like Roman Polanski and John Boorman on various acclaimed projects.
• After a prolific career in film editing, Priestley devoted his later years to managing his father's estate and leading the J.B. Priestley Society.