Here's a breakdown of why:
* Pre-production: This stage focuses on planning and preparation, including scriptwriting, casting, location scouting, and budgeting.
* Production: This is the actual filming stage where the director works with actors and crew to bring the script to life.
* Post-production: This is where the raw footage from the production stage is transformed into a finished film. Editing is a crucial part of this process, alongside sound design, visual effects, and music.
While some basic editing (like cutting out mistakes) might be done during production, the majority of the editing work happens during the post-production stage.