Testimonials
Many thanks to all contributors for your kind words, ongoing support and for your trust in me with your projects. Let’s make some more great films together!!
“Like most writer-directors, paranoia and distrust are standard ingredients in my creative process. Especially when it comes to handing over ADR and even more so dialogue editing, I’ve always lived by one rule: trust is good, but distrust is better. The subtlety you fight for on set as a director can all too easily be lost in post-production when entrusted to less capable hands.
To my great satisfaction, Dave is, if anything, even more meticulous than I am in his approach to dialogue. His work goes far beyond technical precision. Every editorial choice is guided by character, intention and emotion, and his interventions consistently add a remarkable layer of depth and authenticity. After 42 years in this industry, I can say with complete confidence that this level of craftsmanship is exceptionally rare and genuinely invaluable.”
“I met Dave when he was a Galaxy studios staffer in the late 2000’s. We put together a first rate ADR stage and did several projects with him as ADR recordist / dialogue editor and me supervising and cutting ADR. We had great fun doing this over a number of years but what really impressed me aside from his technical competence was his single minded dedication to getting the very best out of film dialogue whether it was original or ADR. He is a top man in his field.”
“Working with Dave Ashton on Zillion was an absolute pleasure. He is not only an outstanding ADR Supervisor, but also a fantastic creative collaborator. Dave’s professionalism, attention to detail, and creative instincts made a real difference to the film. I would be delighted to work with him again in the future. As an added bonus, he speaks Dutch with an accent that always reminded me of one of the villains from Tintin, one of my favourite shows as a kid.”
“It is a joy working with Dave, he’s incredibly precise and always pushes for the best possible result. Always good to have him on the team.”
“Dave is my go-to guy for dialogue editing. No matter how big or complex the project, he consistently delivers outstanding work. His dialogue editing is always of the highest standard, his communication is clear and reliable, and he oversees every aspect of the dialogue process with great care and professionalism.
Dave has a deep understanding of cinematic sound and an exceptional ability to solve problems. On top of that, he’s an all-round great guy to work with. I would happily recommend him for any dialogue editing project.”
“I really enjoyed working with Dave Ashton on my film ‘Milano’, where he was responsible for the dialogue editing, but actually did so much more than that.
Dave works with great precision and a lot of passion on the soundtrack. He has a keen sense of what a director wants, contributes ideas in a very engaged way, and has a real feel for what a scene requires. He was also extremely professional and enthusiastic during the ADR sessions. He knew every detail of the film and the dialogue almost by heart.
Dave remained closely involved throughout the post-production phase, including the final mix and sound design. He took the initiative to come along to listen and contribute his ideas, which speaks volumes about his commitment and love for the craft. I am incredibly grateful to him for that and am already looking forward to our next collaboration.”
“Accurate and experienced. Having Dave on the team is a pleasure. You know the dialogue is in safe hands.”
“Dave in three words: quality, commitment, loyalty.
It’s an absolute pleasure to work with Dave as dialogue editor. He makes sure your dialogue track will sound the best it possibly could. He cuts the dialogue very organically, cleans it up, looks for better takes, makes complete ADR lists and supervises the whole ADR recording process. He is very committed and communicates very well with directors and post-supervisors. Besides all this, he’s also just a very nice guy to have a good chat and laugh with!”
“We first worked with Dave on our debut feature North Sea Texas at Galaxy Studios in Mol. Now we reunited for Heartbreak for Beginners (Kartonnen Dozen) at Posta Vermaas in the Netherlands. This second collaboration confirmed what we already knew: Dave is an exceptional dialogue editor and ADR supervisor, as well as an invaluable creative collaborator.
Dave never approaches his work as the mere execution of instructions. He understands the essence of a film and considers every decision in terms of what best serves the story, the performances and the project as a whole. He listens closely to the directors’ intentions, but also thinks beyond the brief, contributing perceptive creative ideas of his own and remaining genuinely open to suggestions — even when they are less conventional. His technical precision is matched by imagination, sound judgement and an unwavering commitment to the film.
He protects the artistic integrity of the film while remaining attentive to the practical needs and responsibilities of production. That balance is both valuable and rare.
Dave is someone whose experience, instincts and dedication we trust. Working with him is not only reassuring, but a genuine pleasure, and we would be delighted to collaborate with him again.”
“I’ve had the pleasure of working with Dave for many years, first during my time as CTO at Galaxy Studios and later through my role as Director of Education at Abbey Road Institute Miami. Throughout that time, Dave has consistently demonstrated an exceptional level of professionalism, technical expertise, and dedication to excellence. He has a rare ability to combine deep knowledge with clear, thoughtful communication, making him not only a highly respected engineer but also an outstanding educator and mentor. I can recommend Dave without hesitation to anyone looking for someone who is both technically exceptional and a pleasure to work with.”