Continuity editing is the very foundation of filmmaking. But what is it? We're getting so used to watching film and television that we rarely notice the very basic techniques used day in and out. Some of the very foundations of cinema and television have become so ingrained into our sense as viewers that they go unrecognized. The epitome of that reality is continuity editing. It's one of those things you know exists, but cannot quite define. In actuality, it's the most important pillar of filmmaking! Editor Walter Murch once said, “The invention of editing is the thing that allowed film to take off.” So I want to spend today going into continuity editing, adding the definition, examples, and talking about why we should be talking about it in the first place. We will also go over many editing techniques in cinema to make sure you understand how they come together to make up the generalized term of "continuity editing." Let's go! Read More...
Published By: NoFilmSchool - Thursday, 1 October, 2020