Hubert de la Bouillerie, Editor of ‘Witches of Eastwick’ and ‘Woodstock,’ Dies at 75

Hubert de la Bouillerie, a film editor whose career spanned decades and included work on iconic movies, died Aug. 8 in Los Angeles at age 75. He edited George Miller’s “The Witches of Eastwick,” starring Jack Nicholson, Cher, Susan Sarandon and Michelle Pfeiffer, and the action film “Tango & Cash” with Sylvester Stallone and Kurt Russell. He also contributed additional editing to the landmark 1970 documentary “Woodstock,” which captured the legendary music festival. Beyond those highlights, de la Bouillerie’s credits include “Highlander II: The Quickening,” “Mo’ Money,” “Doin’ Time,” “Blank Check” and “Celtic Pride.” His work on both comedies and action films demonstrated versatility and skill in shaping stories across genres. Editors often work behind the scenes, but their choices in pacing, performance and structure are crucial to a film’s success. De la Bouillerie’s death marks the passing of a craftsman who helped bring memorable stories to the screen. His contributions to films that have entertained audiences for generations ensure his legacy endures in cinema history.