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There are many books on the technical aspects of film and video editing. Much rarer are books on how editors think and make creative decisions. Filled with timeless principles and thought-provoking examples from a variety of international films, the third edition of Karen Pearlmanâs 'Cutting Rhythms' offers an in-depth study of the film editorâs rhythmic creativity and expertise, the processes and tools editors use to shape rhythms, and how rhythm works to engage audiences in film. Cutting Rhythms is written for students, editors and filmmakers who are learning their craft, and more experienced practitioners who enjoy engaging with ideas about creative process.

This fully revised and updated edition contains:

A comprehensive definition of what rhythm in film editing is made from, how it is shaped and what it is for

Updated discussions of editorâs creative expertise and how to develop it.

Tips on how to create and sustain audience empathy and eng

Cutting Rhythms

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      Publisher Taylor & Francis
      Published 6 February 2025
      ISBN-13 9781041024088
      978-1041024088
      ISBN-10 1041024088
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      Filmmaking and production

      Description

      Book Synopsis

      There are many books on the technical aspects of film and video editing. Much rarer are books on how editors think and make creative decisions. Filled with timeless principles and thought-provoking examples from a variety of international films, the third edition of Karen Pearlmanâs 'Cutting Rhythms' offers an in-depth study of the film editorâs rhythmic creativity and expertise, the processes and tools editors use to shape rhythms, and how rhythm works to engage audiences in film. Cutting Rhythms is written for students, editors and filmmakers who are learning their craft, and more experienced practitioners who enjoy engaging with ideas about creative process.

      This fully revised and updated edition contains:

      A comprehensive definition of what rhythm in film editing is made from, how it is shaped and what it is for

      Updated discussions of editorâs creative expertise and how to develop it.

      Tips on how to create and sustain audience empathy and eng

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