Produce a glossary of terms for editing techniques - cover the different types of transitions, continuity editing, match on action, shot reverse shot.
Transitions- These are the way two shots are joined together. Keeps continuity and pace in the film. The straight cut is the most common transition, where one shot cuts straight to the next.
Dissolve- A gradual transition from one shot to another - one shot fades into another. Can help continuity show a move from one location to the next, indicate time passing.
Fade to black/white- One shot fades in or out to our from black or white. To create flashbacks or time passing or if done quickly, flashbacks.
Fade in/out- A shot faded out to black screen or in from black scene. Shows progression of time, chaotic. a good montage effect.
Cross-Cutting- Action cuts between two sequences to create links, parrallels or contrasts between the two storylines and their settings. Its used to create tension.
Wipe- A line moves across the screen showing a transition from one shot to another.
Jump Cut- An abrupt cut between shots. Creates a dramatic effect - Can look poor if done badly!
Visual Effects- Ranges from using black and white to computer generated images.
Diegetic Sound- Heard on and recorded from the location of the film, e.g. speech.
Non-diegetic Sound- The sound is added when being edited to add to the atmosphere e.g. sound effects.
Montage- Allowing the audience to make meaning from the sequencing of images. Used to show passing of time and progression of a character of relationship.
Shot Reverse Shot- Edits together two shots from two different camera positions to give the impression of a conversation taking place.
Match on Action- When shots are edited together to shot how actions progress through time - shows cause and effect
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