Editing and Sound Design
Film Studies · Year 12 · Film Form and Spectatorship · 4.º Período

Editing and Sound Design

An examination of the rhythmic, spatial, and temporal functions of editing, alongside the impact of diegetic and non-diegetic sound. Students will analyse how these elements build tension and atmosphere.

National Curriculum Attainment TargetsA-Level Film Studies AO2: Apply knowledge and understanding to analyse filmCore Area 1: The key elements of film form

About This Topic

An examination of the rhythmic, spatial, and temporal functions of editing, alongside the impact of diegetic and non-diegetic sound. Students will analyse how these elements build tension and atmosphere.

Key Questions

  1. How does the Kuleshov effect demonstrate the power of editing?
  2. What is the difference between diegetic and non-diegetic sound?
  3. How can sound design subvert audience expectations?

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