The Repeat Cut — A Simple But Effective Way to Get Your Audience’s Attention

How to Use Repeat Cuts — We look at the unsung hero of editing techniques, the repeat cut.

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Chapters:
00:54 - The Repeat Cut Defined
02:44 - Enhancing Spectacle
03:13 - Accessing Mental States
05:46 - Punctuating a Moment
07:23 - Augmenting the Theme
09:03 - Create Visual Comedy
09:58 - Takeaways

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REPEAT CUT TUTORIAL

Most mainstream Hollywood movies adhere to continuity editing. In other words, the edit is meant to be invisible, the cuts barely registered by the audience. But there are many more creative editing techniques out there. They may call attention to themselves, but often for good reason. One of such technique is the repeat cut, where an editor purposefully repeats an action or overlaps frames-- put simply, jumps back in time.

REPEAT FILM EDITING FOR BEGINNERS

One of the primary uses of the repeat cut is to enhance spectacle. By revisiting a visually stunning or pivotal shot, filmmakers can amplify the impact of a scene. For example, a repeat cut might emphasize a dramatic moment, such as a sequence of an explosion (this is very common) or a climactic battle. This repetition allows the audience to fully absorb the grandeur of the spectacle.

CREATIVE FILM EDITING

In addition to its role in spectacle, the repeat cut can help a filmmaker delve into a character's psyche. By revisiting a specific moment from a character’s perspective, filmmakers can provide deeper insight into their emotional state or psychological turmoil. It can also be used to highlight the character's obsession or fixation on a particular event, enriching the audience’s understanding of their motivation or inner conflict.

THEMATIC REPEAT CUT EXAMPLES

The repeat cut can also augment a film’s thematic depth. By repeating visual motifs, symbols, or narrative elements, filmmakers can underscore recurring themes or ideas. This repetition helps to create a cohesive thematic structure, allowing the audience to draw connections and interpret the film's message on a more profound level.

The repeat cut is a powerful tool that contains multitudes. Continuity editing is great, but don't be afraid to experiment. There's more than one way to keep an audience engaged.


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