INI100H1 Lecture Notes - Continuity Editing, Shot Reverse Shot, Eyeline Match
18 Apr 2012
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Editing ii: time, space, and editing continuity editing and it"s alternatives. *films that are notable for the way they handle space and time continued: Editing can jumble temporal order via flashback or flashforwards. In terms of duration, editing can compress time (through elliptical editing) or extend time (through overlapping editing: overlapping = part of film repeats artificial/odd treatment of time. Mise-en-sc ne elements and cinematographic properties can also be controlled to aid in ensuring continuity, but editing is paramount: spatial continuity. In continuity editing, retention of the 180-degree rule is essential to ensuring the viewer"s easy comprehension of spatial relations. Directionality is important if you switch perspectives. The glances of characters at each other is key to the viewer"s spatial orientation. Economically establish spatial relation (cuts zooming gradually in or out: very effective at establishing spatial continuity, breaking down the action into manageable chunks. Filmmakers build on the 180-degree rule by employing numerous other procedures:
