Reed, Christopher Llewellyn.

Film editing : theory and practice / Christopher Llewellyn Reed. - Dulles, VA : Mercury Learning and Information, c2012. - xxvii, 528 p. : ill. ; 23 cm + 1 DVD-ROM (4 3/4 in.)

Includes bibliographical references and index.

A brief history of film editing -- To cut or not to cut -- How genre affects editing -- Documentary vs. narrative -- Features vs. shorts -- The NLE editing revolution -- Final Cut Express : basic interface -- Beyond the basics : understanding the tools of Final Cut Express -- Effects and advanced editing techniques -- All about formats : capturing, importing, and exporting -- LiveType : advanced titling -- The Kuleshov effect -- Nail polish : cutting for comedy -- Nail polish : cutting for drama -- Nail polish : cutting for suspense -- Conclusion : final thoughts.

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Motion pictures--Editing.
Motion pictures--Editing--Computer programs.

TR899 / .R44 2012