Classical Cutting/Continuity Editing Quiz

Study Notes

Editing Concepts

Editing: A process where one shot is instantly replaced by another.
Continuity Editing: Designed to ensure a seamless and invisible flow between shots.

Pioneers of Film Editing

Edwin S. Porter: Recognized for pioneering Parallel Action in filmmaking.
Georges Méliès: Known for pioneering Cutting to Continuity techniques.
D.W. Griffith: Dubbed 'the Father of Filmmaking,' he developed the language of Classical Cutting.

Techniques in Editing

Cutting on Action: Involves starting an action in one shot and seamlessly flowing into another.
Cutting on Glance: The cut follows a character's eye movement, creating a point of view effect.
Cutting on Dialogue: Utilizes shot-reverse-shot techniques to depict conversations between characters.
Cutting to Continuity: Aims to preserve the fluidity of an event without showing every detail.

Essential Concepts and Rules

Master Shot: A comprehensive shot that captures an entire scene, often starting with a long shot before moving closer.
Parallel Action: Involves editing to imply actions occurring simultaneously in different locations, also known as "cross-cutting."
180 Degree Rule: A principle ensuring the camera stays on one side of an invisible axis, maintaining spatial relationships.
30 Degree Rule: Requires a camera angle change of at least thirty degrees between cuts for continuity preservation.
Jump Cut: A noticeable break in continuity, typically undesirable within Continuity Editing practices.

Overview of Classical Cutting

Classical Cutting: The dominant editing style in Hollywood, employing Continuity Editing techniques for decades.

Description

Test your knowledge of classical film editing techniques with this quiz. Explore key terms, pioneers, and concepts like editing and continuity editing to enhance your understanding of cinematic narratives.