Biography

A.J. Edwards is an American filmmaker and editor known for his collaborations with director Terrence Malick. He worked as an editor on films such as The New World (2005) and The Tree of Life (2011). Edwards made his directorial debut with The Better Angels (2014), a biographical drama about Abraham Lincoln's early life, which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival. His directorial style reflects a poetic and contemplative approach, influenced by his work with Malick. Edwards continues to explore historical and philosophical themes in his filmmaking.