Everyone knows what a match cut looks like. Even TikTok kids are masters of seamless transitions nowadays. Yet, carefully constructed match cuts are much more than just eye candy for a wow effect. Throughout the history of cinema, filmmakers have used it as a powerful editing tool to push time forward, to plant new ideas into viewer’s heads, or to smoothly glue two scenes together. Not to mention that there are so many kinds of match cuts to explore! Are you ready for a deep dive into the film theory realm? Prepare to emerge! A while ago, we talked about when to set the cut and why. In that article, we touched on how the audience’s perception works, and what principles to apply while editing. I believe it’s essential knowledge that every filmmaker should always keep in mind. There is no doubt that the mentioned theoretic parts can also be applied to match cuts. However, this art of transition also yields other interesting effects, and we will explore them below. And what’s the best way to learn something (apart from practicing)? By watching outstanding film examples, of course! What are match cuts, and how do they work? If we don’t go for a long take (or even a one-shot film), then naturally, we will have to cut. The moment between the end of one scene and the beginning of another is called a transition. Cutting shots together in a particular way is a significant filmmaker’s technique to convey story information....
Published By: CineD - Friday, 31 May, 2024