Editing
Editing is the term used to describe association of shots and the way in which they are put together.
Editing Terms
Match on action
Two shots that match and show continuity of space and time. For example, the opening of a door from behind and then from in the front made to look like one continuous action.
Continuity editing
Creates a sense of realism as time is continuously moving forward. It is the most common use of editing as it does not draw attention to the editing process.
A series of unconnected sequences in order to create an effect with a meaning.
Credits
The information such as names of actors etc, at the beginning and end of a film.
Cross Cutting
When scenes alternate and interweave with each other, normally use to combine
different locations, it builds tension and suspense as it is usually quick paced. (Sometimes known as parallel editing)
Freeze Frame
Stopping a sequence in particular event to focus especially on a specific element.
Jump Cut
A sharp transition in between either a continuous shot to highlight an advance in time or between two similar shots for a sense of uneasiness.
Flashback
A moment in a sequence when an event from previous time prior to the current narrative is shown.
Visual Effects
Used to change previously filmed elements such as removing an object from the scene or vice versa.
Montage Editing
Credits
The information such as names of actors etc, at the beginning and end of a film.
Cutaways
A short shot that interrupts continuous action with an insert of another action. Such as an object or person followed by a cutback to the original shot.
Shot Reverse Shot
When one character is looking at another (usually off screen) and then the other character is shown looking back.
-Caera Mendez
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