Relating Images

The Art of Juxtaposition

Film editing is the process by which different images or shots are linked together - unbound by time and space. The power and art of film editing lie in the way in which hundreds or thousands of discrete images that make up a film can be shaped to make sense or to have an emotional or visceral impact.

To begin, complete the following lessons below:

LECTURE - Film Editing

Click the VIEW LECTURE button below to access the powerpoint presentation on film editing.

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WATCH - The Grand Budapest Hotel (2014)

A writer encounters the owner of an aging high-class hotel, who tells him of his early years serving as a lobby boy in the hotel's glorious years under an exceptional concierge. Click the WATCH NOW button to view the film.

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WATCH - The Cutting Edge (2004)

Documentary about the art of film editing. Clips are shown from many groundbreaking films with innovative editing styles. Click the WATCH NOT button to view the film.

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WATCH - Cuts & Transitions 101

Online tutorial from RocketJump Film School with a ton of editing examples from various films. Click the WATCH NOW button to check it out!

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REFLECTION - Relating Images

After reviewing notes on Film Editing and watching the various elements above, click the START NOW button below to answer several questions about the films and submit a reflection.

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