The Cutting and Editing of Motion Pictures: The Physical Aspect

Fredrick Y. Smith

The first part of this paper deals with the physical aspect of cutting and editing motion pictures—that is, the manner in which the film is physically handled in the process of assembling the various “dailies,” “rushes,” and other forms of film up to the time of release. — The second part of the paper deals with the editorial aspect—that is, the assembling of the various shots of the picture and the importance of the proper arrangement of these shots in producing the desired dramatic effects.

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1942-11
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Original Research
DOI
10.5594/J14295