Editing: The Right Reasons to Cut

1. Introduction:
In his treatise on the language of editing, Crittenden makes due reference to the fact that mastery of the basic factors required of an editor is just the first step in the creation of a successful television or film production. The really significant challenge, however, is deciding on the "dramatic development" of the sequence of shots. Only through a thorough examination of the possibilities can an editor really make a scene come to life for the viewer. To this end, Crittenden has developed his own list of possible elements that can influence the final effect of a sequ…