About
A.J. Edwards is an American filmmaker and editor known for his collaborations with director Terrence Malick. He worked as an editor on films such as The New World (2005) and The Tree of Life (2011). Edwards made his directorial debut with The Better Angels (2014), a biographical drama about Abraham Lincoln's early life, which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival. His directorial style reflects a poetic and contemplative approach, influenced by his work with Malick. Edwards continues to explore historical and philosophical themes in his filmmaking.
Filmography
The Verse of Blood2026 · Production Sound Mixer
First Love2022 · Director, Writer, Producer
Apartment 4132019 · Editor
Age Out2018 · Director, Writer
Song to Song2017 · Editor, Assistant Editor
The Vessel2016 · Editor
Knight of Cups2015 · Editor
The Better Angels2014 · Director, Writer
To the Wonder2013 · Editor