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What is editing in filmmaking?
the basic creative force of filmmaking, process of selecting, arranging, and assembling essential components to a movie
What is the fundamental building block of film editing?
the shot
What is film editing's fundamental tool?
the cut
What are the two explicit values in each shot?
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What is the Kuleshov effect?
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What are the three responsibilities of the editor?
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What are the different types of match cuts?
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What does a match on action cut do?
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What characterizes a graphic match cut?
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What is an eyeline match cut?
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What is the definition of cutting in pre-digital editing?
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What is splicing in pre-digital editing?
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What is a spatial relationship in film editing?
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What does temporal relationship refer to?
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How is rhythm defined in film editing?
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What characterizes classic editing?
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What is continuity editing?
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What is the meaning of continuity?
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What is ellipsis in film editing?
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What does cutting on action refer to?
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What is shot/reverse shot?
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What does a master shot capture?
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What is the 180-degree rule in film?
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What is meant by the axis of action?
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What is a jump cut?
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The difference between fade in/out and dissolve is that a fade in/out fades to ___ or color, vs a dissolve where shot B gradually appears over shot A.
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What is a split screen?
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What is parallel editing, also known as cross cutting?
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Study Notes
Film Editing Overview
- Editing is the creative process of selecting, arranging, and assembling elements of a film.
- The fundamental building block of film editing is the shot.
Core Concepts in Film Editing
- The cut is the primary tool used in film editing.
- Each shot has two explicit values: what is present in the shot and its relation to other shots.
Kuleshov Effect
- An effect demonstrating that the same actor can evoke different emotions based on surrounding shots, influencing audience perception.
Editor Responsibilities
- Editors manage spatial relationships, temporal relationships, and the overall rhythm of the film.
Types of Match Cuts
- Match on Action Cut: Continuity of motion between a character or object across shots.
- Graphic Match Cut: Similarity in shape and form between two shots.
- Eyeline Match Cut: Connects a character's gaze with the object they are looking at.
Editing Techniques
- Cutting: Traditional technique involving literal scissors to make edits.
- Splicing: Pre-digital method using glue or tape to join film segments.
Spatial vs. Temporal Relationships
- Spatial Relationship: How objects are arranged in relation to reference objects, often represented by bounding boxes.
- Temporal Relationship: The timing between events that enables understanding of causality.
Rhythm in Film
- Defined as the arrangement of sounds based on duration and stress.
Editing Styles
- Classic Editing: Known for shorter shot lengths and rapid cuts.
- Continuity Editing: Merges related shots to maintain story consistency across time and space.
Key Editing Terms
- Continuity: The persistent existence of narrative elements over time.
- Ellipsis: Omitting film time to enhance dramatic or comedic effects.
- Cutting on Action: Editing technique that cuts during an action's motion for fluidity.
Shot Relationships
- Shot/Reverse Shot: Alternating shots between characters engaging with each other.
- Master Shot: A comprehensive view of an entire scene from a single angle.
Visual Guidelines
- 180 Degree Rule: Ensures characters maintain a consistent left/right relationship during shots.
- Axis of Action: An imaginary line guiding camera positioning to maintain viewer orientation.
Specific Editing Techniques
- Jump Cut: Deletes a segment of film to advance action abruptly.
- Fade In/Out vs. Dissolve: Fades transition to black or color, whereas dissolves blend two shots to signal time passage.
- Split Screen: Displays two narratives concurrently by dividing the screen.
- Parallel Editing/Cross Cutting: Juxtaposes two or more distinct actions to create the illusion of simultaneous events.
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This quiz encompasses key concepts from Chapter 8 of film editing, focusing on essential terminology and definitions. Test your understanding of fundamental elements such as shots, cuts, and the editing process in filmmaking.