Questions and Answers
List the main editing techniques when creating a film.
Parallel Editing, Intercutting, Screen Directions, Side line, Cutting on the Action, Cross cutting, Dynamic Editing.
How many stages are there in the editing process?
3
What are the stages in the editing process?
Editors Cut - Rough Cut, Directors Cut - Director molds it into his version, Final Cut.
What is film editing?
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What is linear editing?
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What is Non Linear Editing?
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What is Parallel editing (cross-cut editing)?
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What is Cutting On the Action?
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What is Dynamic Editing-cutting?
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What is Continuity editing / cutting?
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What is the 180 Rule?
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What are Transitions?
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There are 4 common ways to cut between shots. What are they?
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How would you set up the camera when ready to film?
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Study Notes
Editing Techniques in Film
- Main Editing Techniques: Include parallel editing, intercutting, screen directions, sideline, cutting on the action, cross cutting, and dynamic editing.
- Parallel Editing: Also known as cross-cutting, involves linking two scenes occurring simultaneously in separate locations, culminating in an intersection.
- Cutting on Action: Transitioning between shots that match the forward motion of an action, creating a seamless flow and masking any continuity errors.
- Dynamic Editing: Employs a montage of unrelated elements, merging shots, objects, and characters to achieve a specific artistic effect rather than maintaining continuity.
- Continuity Editing: Maintains the illusion of continuous time and space, stitching together different takes to create a coherent narrative.
- 180 Rule: A guidelines for maintaining spatial consistency, ensuring that the camera remains on one side of an imaginary axis to avoid viewer disorientation.
Editing Process Stages
- Stages of Editing: Consists of three main cuts; the editor's cut (rough cut), the director's cut (final shaped version), and the final cut (the completed film ready for release).
Types of Editing
- Linear Editing: Assembles footage in a sequential manner, maintaining the original order of shots.
- Non-Linear Editing: Allows editors to access and manipulate any frame from anywhere in the footage, providing greater flexibility.
Transition Techniques
- Transitions: Refers to different types of cuts between shots, crucial for pacing and storytelling.
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Common Transition Types:
- Straight Shots: Immediate cuts between two shots.
- Dissolve/Crossfade: Two shots fade into each other, indicating a passage of time or a change in scene.
- Fade: A shot transitions to or from a solid color, often black or white.
- Wipe: A progressive replacement of one shot by another, creating a dynamic visual transition.
Camera Setup
- Camera Preparation: To set up for filming, visualize past filming practices to ensure consistency and readiness for the shoot.
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Test your knowledge on the various editing techniques used in film production. This quiz covers key concepts such as parallel editing, intercutting, and the stages of the editing process. Sharpen your skills and understanding of film techniques with these flashcards.