Sidney Berthier embarked on a cinematic journey at the tender age of 16, with the privilege of studying Film within a department co-founded by the renowned V.F. Perkins. This marked the beginning of his fervent pursuit of his passion, which would soon lead him to make the bold decision to enroll at the prestigious University of Cambridge at the remarkably young age of 19. This milestone made him one of the youngest students in the university's history to undertake a Master's degree, a testament to his unwavering dedication to his craft.
As he delved deeper into his research, Sidney's work on James Bond proved to be particularly noteworthy, as it explored the concept of "intensified continuity" editing, a notion pioneered by the esteemed film scholar David Bordwell. Additionally, his research touched upon the idea of "restorative" nostalgia, a concept first introduced by Svetlana Boym. The culmination of his efforts was the publication of his findings in the British Guild of Film and TV Editors magazine, a prestigious platform that showcased his exceptional research skills and expertise in the field of film studies.
