Complete an essay of the editing involved in any scene from the James Bond film Casino Royale. Take note of the elements to look for below.
The elements of editing (how shots are arranged, connected and choreographed) is another important element in a film maker’s arsenal. Indeed, this particular element’s importance cannot be under-estimated. A film comes to life (or dies) on the editing table. It creates the pace and forges the connections across the vast array of shots available after a shoot.
In this unit we will explore: the basic types of joins, the 4 editing relations (graphic, rhythmic, spatial, temporal), continuity techniques (cuts on action, eye-line match cuts, consistency in light and composition, etc.) and the 180 degree rule’s operation.
