
PHOTOS. Here are pictures and reaction to the death of Karen Schmeer. Karen Schmeer, acclaimed documentary editor, is being remembered by people who knew her well online today.
AJ Schnack remembers today Karen’s work with Errol Morris:
“Schmeer worked with Morris on FAST, CHEAP AND OUT OF CONTROL, MR. DEATH and the Oscar-winning FOG OF WAR. She is credited as a co-editor of Morris’ most recent film, STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURE. She also edited Robb Moss’ THE SAME RIVER TWICE, Sidney Pollack’s SKETCHES OF FRANK GEHRY and Lucia Small’s MY FATHER, THE GENIUS.”
Matt Dentler remembers meeting Karen in 2007.
“I met Karen Schmeer at SXSW in 2007. She was introduced to me by former co-worker Lya Guerra, who had recruited Karen as a jury member for the SXSW Click competition. I remember when Lya introduced her as “Errol Morris’ editor,” and my first reaction was “No way.” I didn’t believe that someone so friendly and down-to-earth could have such a prestigious and important gig. I couldn’t believe that someone so busy and prolific, would be willing to spend time on our tiny little shorts competition.”
One of three robbers have been arrested from the deadly scene: David McKie of Coral Springs, Florida. Karen was struck at Broadway and W.90th St. 8 pm last night.
Funeral arrangements have not been announced. Karen Schmeer will be greatly missed.
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