The Purpose Of Editing

Purposes

• Storytelling, e.g. engaging the viewer 
• Development of drama 
• Relationship to genre 
• Creating motivation 
• Combing shots into sequences 
• Creating pace 

The Purpose of Editing

The purpose of editing can be seen as being very significant; the editing itself is effective as it sets a meaning for the film. The editing can also help the film with the narrative; by this it helps the audience receive information about the plot and the story throughout the film. Using edit’s, it can define the information the audience will receive about the film. I can be used to build up emotion for or about a character in which people can like or hate.



The editing of a film is classed as a form of art and in this case it would be the ‘invisible’ art. Being able to edit a film perfectly to professional standards helps the film itself so much as it enables viewers watching to engage with the film. The editing of a film can be used in a diverse way. It can be used to create a sensually provocative montage. It can bring out the emotional truth in an actor's performance within filming; it can also create a point of view on otherwise obtuse events. It can also be used to guide the telling and pace of a story. The editing can create an illusion of danger where there is none and keep the viewer on the edge of their seat making the film more exciting, give emphasis to things that would not have otherwise been noted; and even create a vital subconscious emotional connection to the viewer, among many other possibilities.



The first films weren’t edited, they consisted of one camera angle throughout the film and audiences soon became bored. Filmmakers soon realised that editing their films, with different camera angle and scenes, would offer a much more immersive experience. Editing shots into a specific order tells a story, which engages the viewer, creating a sense of time and space. Editing completely improved films, and is one of the most important aspects of film making.