Splicing KH

Splicing in film and television is where two different shots become one continuous shot where one shot finishes and the next one begins. The editing technique is used in film and television when one shot is about to change to another shot and the editing technique is used to make the scene be continuous.

Editing rythem KH

Rhythm editing is the length of time each shot remains of the screen, this technique is used in television adverts but usually not in film unless it is an action sequence. Each series of shots, while having its own rhythm, also contributes to the overall pace of a film or advert. An advert without an editing rhythm would not be very successful as it would just drag out and become very boring.

Shot reverse shot KH

Shot reverse shot is a film technique where a character is looking at another character which is off screen and then the other character is shown looking back at the first character  -  Because the characters are shown facing in opposite direction the audience assumes that they are looking directly at eachother.This editing technique is vey popular is classic Hollywood style continuity editing . It is an example of an eyeline match in film making.

Point of view shot KH

A point of views how is used in film and shows what a character is looking at through the camera. Point of view shots are used in scenes in t.v or film when the characters view point is very important and it is usually established by being positioned between a shot of a character looking at something and a shot of the characters reaction.

Creating Pace SM

Creating pace is when editing is used to speed up or slow down a film. The pace of an edit can alter the way the audiences views the film. For example action films are usually fast paced, this is done editing shots so they are short and then quickly cut to another shot. Drama films normally use slower shots,, this is to allow the audience to see and understand a scene, and to understand the character. this is done by having longer shots in a scene.

Fast Pace

The Italian Job

2003

Slow Pace

The Kings Speech

2011

Combining Shots into Sequences SM

Combining shots into sequences is the process of putting together all shots and making them flow. Once all of the shots have been individually edited they can they be place together in a sequence a successful edit mean the sequence will look good, the edit needs to look invisible and so the audience can only see one long sequence.

Mr and Mrs Smith

2005

This scene from the film Mr and Mrs Smith is an example of different shots combined together to make a sequence.

Cutaways K.H

A cutaway is when a sequence of shots is being continuously filmed and then an interruption is added followed by a cutback to the beginning scene. This technique is usually used in horror films to create a sense of nervousness for the audience when watching.