Audio And Editing Codes Flashcards
What does Contrapuntal sound mean?
sound that contrasts strongly with the image that you see on screen.
What is a sound bridge?
connect two scenes allowing audio from a succeeding scene to play over the preceding scene before the next shot is shown
What is Pleonastic sound?
An exaggerated sound.
Name 3 types of transition.
- Fade
- Dissolve
- Cutaway
What is Split editing?
Split edits are also used to hide transitions between scenes. They can be very effective in editing dialogue scenes shot with a single camera using multiple takes.
What is 180 degree rule?
two characters in a scene should always have the same left/right relationship with each other.
What is fast paced editing?
In a short period of time, quick-paced content pieces can have swift and quick cuts.
Why use fast paced editing?
Quick pacing can be an outstanding asset to illustrate a scene’s dramatic action
What is an Establishing shot?
a long shot at the start of a scene (or sequence) that shows things from a distance.
Editing the invisible technical codes:
Style - montage/continuity.
Transitions
Ellipsis (creates gaps and pauses)
Duration (e.g. rhythm, tempo)
Matches (e.g. match on action)
Transitions involve…
The fade
The dissolve
The cut
Continuity involves…
Establishing shot
180 degree rule
Match on action
What are four audio codes?
- Diegetic sound
- non diegetic (e.g. a voice over)
- parallel and contrapuntal sound (sound matches the images)
- pleonastic sound (emphasised sound)
What is intellectual montage?
Combining shots (2 neutral shots) to create another meaning.
What is rhythmic montage?
Each shot has a specific length.
