Christopher Tellefsen was born in September 1957, marking the beginning of a life filled with creative pursuits. In 1979, he took the first step towards realizing his dreams by enrolling at New York's Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art, where he studied photography and fine arts with a keen interest in experimental film-making. Under the guidance of renowned instructor Bob Breere, Christopher's passion for the craft only intensified, setting the stage for his future endeavors.
Upon graduation, Christopher was awarded a prestigious opportunity to assist Ralph Rosenbloom in cutting an independent movie, providing him with invaluable hands-on experience in the editing room. This apprenticeship was soon followed by another esteemed mentorship under the tutelage of the highly respected editor, Thelma Schoonmaker.
In 1990, Christopher took his first job as a cutter in his own right, collaborating with director Whit Stillman on the critically acclaimed film, 'Metropolitan.' This marked the beginning of a successful career in film editing, which would go on to garner him an Oscar nomination for his work on the 2011 film, 'Moneyball.'
In addition to his impressive body of work, Christopher has also had the distinct honor of serving as curator of Martin Scorsese's film archive, solidifying his position as a respected figure in the film industry.
