In a film each scene may last a matter of seconds or it could continue for minutes but the length of each sequence establishes the pace of the film moving the action along. The speed of editing will help to determine the mood of what is taking place on screen.
Speed of Editing - Creating Pace
- If the audience is to feel anxiety and suspense the editing will be quick - the scenes/shots changing frequently. For example The Bourne Ultimatum.
- If a relaxed mood is desired, the scenes last longer an change less frequently for example a romantic comedy. For example The Notebook.
- Nevertheless a film need not have any editing. For example the film Russian Ark which as filmed in one take using a steadicam and a digital camera. This required split - second timing and organisation.
To cross-cut is to edit together two sequences that the audience need to know are connected in some way. It sometimes happens at the same time in different locations.
Developing Drama
Cross cutting can be used to very effectively develop a sense of drama. An example would be the death of Casey in the opening of scene of Scream is made more dramatic by the cross cutting to her parent approaching and almost making it home in time to save her.
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