Film Studies Final Exam notes

What are the five types of relations in film editing?

Graphic, rhythmic, spatial, temporal, intellectual relations.

What do graphic relations in film editing focus on?

Visual composition and the aesthetic quality of shots.

What is the main concern of rhythmic relations in film editing?

The pace and tempo of editing, influencing emotional impact.

What do spatial relations in film editing create?

A sense of space and continuity through shot arrangement.

What is temporal relation in film editing?

The manipulation of time through editing techniques affecting narrative flow.

What is meant by 'invisible editing'?

Maintaining a clear and continuous narrative action where cuts are not noticeable.

What is an establishing shot?

A shot that sets the context for a scene, showing the location and relationships.

Describe the shot/reverse shot technique.

Filming two characters in the same scene separately using different camera angles.

What is the 180-degree rule in film?

An invisible line that maintains spatial awareness of characters on-screen.

What does the 30-degree rule refer to in film editing?

The camera must move at least 30 degrees for a new shot of the same subject.

What is discontinuity in film editing?

An editing style that breaks continuous narration action.

What are jump cuts?

Editing that skips time and creates abrupt transitions between shots.

What is crosscutting in film editing?

Switching between scenes to suggest simultaneous actions.

What is a montage sequence?

A series of short shots combined to convey a lot of information quickly.

What are the three broad categories of sound for analysis in film?

Dialogue, music, sound effects.

What is timbre in audio editing?

The quality of a sound or musical note, used to create atmosphere.

Define diegetic audio.

Audio that originates from within the film scene, such as dialogues and sound effects.

Define non-diegetic audio.

Audio that is not heard by the film's characters, such as background music.

What are synchronous sounds?

Sounds perfectly timed with visible actions on screen.

What are asynchronous sounds?

Sounds that do not match on-screen actions directly, generating tension.

What is the Hollywood narrative structure?

A three-act structure consisting of setup, confrontation, and resolution.

What characterizes art cinema?

Made for artistic expression rather than commercial profit, often experimental.

What does formalist theory emphasize in film?

Stylized elements and editing to create meaning.

What does realist theory focus on in film?

Naturalistic methods to preserve authenticity.

Name a major genre in film.

Documentary.

Who is Alfred Hitchcock?

An American filmmaker known for works like 'Strangers on a Train'.

What notable film did Albert Lamorisse produce?

The film 'Red Balloon'.

Who was Bernard Herrmann?

An American composer known for film compositions.

Which film is Orson Welles known for?

Citizen Kane.

What is Joseph Campbell famous for?

His work in comparative mythology, particularly 'The Hero’s Journey'.

What is Stanley Kubrick known for?

He is an American film director known for Paths of Glory

What film is Agnès Varda known for?

The Gleaners and I.

What is Man Ray best known for?

Visual artist, Return to Reason

Who was Fernand Léger?

A French painter and sculptor, Ballet Mécanique