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Stuart Baird is a British film editor, director, and producer recognized for his work on major Hollywood action films. His prominent editing credits include "Superman" (1978), "Lethal Weapon" (1987), and "Casino Royale" (2006). Baird transitioned to directing in the 1990s, helming the thriller "Executive Decision" (1996) and "Star Trek: Nemesis" (2002). He is a member of the American Cinema Editors and has received multiple award nominations for his editing work.
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Which major films did Stuart Baird edit?
His editing credits include Superman from 1978, Lethal Weapon from 1987, and Casino Royale from 2006. He also edited Lethal Weapon 2, Die Hard 2, and Skyfall during a career centered on large-scale action films. [Danish Film Institute](https://www.dfi.dk/en/viden-om-film/filmdatabasen/person/stuart-baird)
Was Stuart Baird nominated for an Oscar for Superman?
Yes. Baird received an Academy Award nomination for Film Editing for Superman at the 1979 ceremony, alongside the film's nominations for John Williams's score and visual effects. [Academy Awards](https://www.oscars.org/oscars/ceremonies/1979)
Which films did Stuart Baird direct after working as an editor?
Baird made his directing debut with Executive Decision in 1996, followed by U.S. Marshals in 1998 and Star Trek: Nemesis in 2002. He also edited Executive Decision, making it both a directing and editing credit. [Danish Film Institute](https://www.dfi.dk/en/viden-om-film/filmdatabasen/person/stuart-baird)
What was Stuart Baird's connection to Richard Donner?
Baird became a longtime editor for Richard Donner, working on films such as Superman and Lethal Weapon. The Academy later described him as Donner's longtime editor during its tribute to the director. [Academy tribute to Richard Donner](https://www.oscars.org/events/academy-tribute-richard-donner)
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