In Cutting Rhythms from Focal Press, you'll explore and learn about film editing and gain a sense of how this skill is performed. In the book, author Karen Pearlman presents questions that the filmmaker or editor might ask themselves about how the edit fits in with the film, such as where and when to cut to make a film 'feel right'. In addition, you'll be exposed to a unique vocabulary that will help you come to terms and get your own "feel" about editing. With this book, you'll develop your own sense of rhythm, refine our rhythmic shaping skills, and increase your creativity, and in so doing, become a better filmmaker.
Table of Contents
Chapter 1. Rhythmic Intuition
Chapter 2. Editing as Choreography
Chapter 3. Timing, Pacing and Trajectory Phrasing
Chapter 4. Tension, Release and Synchronisation
Chapter 5. Physical, Emotional and Event Rhythm
Chapter 6. Physical Rhythm
Chapter 7. Emotional Rhythm
Chapter 8. Event Rhythm
Chapter 9. Montage and Decoupage
Chapter 10. Common Scenes
Chapter 11. Devices
Chapter 12. Conclusion
Index and Bibliography
Chapter 2. Editing as Choreography
Chapter 3. Timing, Pacing and Trajectory Phrasing
Chapter 4. Tension, Release and Synchronisation
Chapter 5. Physical, Emotional and Event Rhythm
Chapter 6. Physical Rhythm
Chapter 7. Emotional Rhythm
Chapter 8. Event Rhythm
Chapter 9. Montage and Decoupage
Chapter 10. Common Scenes
Chapter 11. Devices
Chapter 12. Conclusion
Index and Bibliography
About the Author
Karen Pearlman is Head of Screen Studies at the Australian Film, Television and Radio School and a freelance film editor who cuts drama, documentary, and experimental projects. She has edited many award-winning shorts and is also co-founder of The Physical TV Company, which specializes in the creation of dance on screen.