http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UtU2wNLAG2g&feature=related
Tuesday, September 28, 2010
Film Glossary #3
Parallel Editing-An editing technique that allows two or more simultaneous sets of action to unfold within a single film sequence
Continuity-suggest that a series of shots should be physically continuous, as if the camera simply changed angles in the course of a single event.
Establishing Shot- s
ets up, or establishes the context for a scene by showing the relationship between its important figures and objects.Sequence Shots- allows for realistic and dramatically significant background and middle ground activity. Involves both a long take and sophisticated camera movement.
Cutting to Continuity- emphasizes smooth transition of time and space
Classical Cutting-emphasizes dramatic or emotional logic between shots rather than one based strictly on considerations of time and space
Thematic Montage-continuity is based entirely on ideas, irrespective of literal time and space
Master Shot Technique-A single uninterrupted shot, usually taken from a long or full shot range, which contains an entire scene. Later, the closer shots are photographed, and an edited sequence, composed of a variety of different shots, is subsequently constructed on the editor's bench.
Reaction Shot- A cut to a shot of a character's reaction to the contents of the preceding shot.
Cut Away-the interruption of a continuously filmed action by inserting a view of something else. It is usually, although not always, followed by a cut back to the first shot, when the cutaway avoids a jump cut.
First Cut- Film editors first cut that is molded to fit the directors vision.
Final Cut-the final edited version of a movie as approved by the director and producer
Reverse Angle Shot-a shot that views the action from the opposite side of the previousshot, as during a conversation between two actors, giving theeffect of looking from one actor to the other.
Cross Cutting-The alternating of shots from two sequences, often in different locales, to suggest the sequences are taking place simultaneously.
Wednesday, September 22, 2010
Cars Featured in Bullitt
Just in case anyone wanted to know, the cars featured in Bullitt were a "Highland Green" 1968 Ford Mustang GT 390 CID Fastback, chasing two hit-men in a "Tuxedo Black" 1968 Dodge Charger R/T 440 Magnum.source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bullitt
and http://i1-18sca.ipower.com/0Ford_Mustang_GT390_Bullitt_1968.htm
Tuesday, September 21, 2010
Crane Shot: The crane shot is common camera method where a camera is positioned on a mount and then moves up and down. It is often used in the final scene of films by viewing the character from above and then moving away. One of the most renowned crane shot occurred in the movie Western High Noon in which the camera moves away form the main character Will Kane and then over him, exposing him alone on the street.
Monday, September 20, 2010
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