In On Film Editing, director Edward Dmytryk explains, in clear and engaging terms, the principles of film editing. Using examples and anecdotes from almost five decades in the film industry, Dmytryk offers a masterclass in film and video editing. Written in an informal, "how-to-do-it" style, Dmytryk shares his expertise and experience in film editing in a precise and philosophical way, contending that all parties on the film crew-from the camera assistant to the producer and director-must understand film editing to produce a truly polished work.
Originally published in 1984, this reissue of Dmytryk's classic editing book includes a new critical introduction by Andrew Lund, as well as chapter lessons, discussion questions, and exercises.
Edward Dmytryk: A Short Biography
Introduction by Andrew Lund
Preface
Titles and Definitions
Who Cuts the Film?
Smooth Cutting-The Ideal
The Cutter Begins
You've Got to Have a Reason
The Action Cut-and What Makes It Work
Keep It Fresh and Fast with the Overlap
Trying a Little Harder
Cutting Dialogue
The Reaction Is What Really Counts
If You Can't Make It Smooth, Make It Right
Knowing Your Audience
Dissolves: Why, How, and If
Editing-Simple and Pure
More of the Same
Rescuing the Actor
Where It All Began-The Montage
Epilogue
Filmography of Edward Dmytryk
Chapter Notes by Andrew Lund
Index