This document provides definitions and examples of various film editing techniques including:
- Continuity editing which combines related shots into a coherent sequence. The group plans to use this to transition between shots of a character isolating in the bathroom and then leaving.
- Jump cuts which make an abrupt transition between scenes. This will be used to transition from a character walking to arriving home.
- The 180 degree rule which maintains the same left/right relationship between characters in a scene. This will be followed in scenes between the main character and teacher.
- Shot reverse shot which alternates between views of two characters facing each other. This will be used when the character and teacher converse.
- Editing rhythm which uses pace