The use of editing within film can be used to show speed, pace and action to show the movements within the scene more effectively. Editing can also be used to portray some types of emotion of the actors within the scene. Within the film industry there are two main types of editing that are used dominantly throughout the film industry: slow-paced editing and fast-paced editing.
Fast-paced editing
Fast-paced editing usually consists of shots that are no longer than 2 or 3 seconds and can be used to show the extent of action within a scene. These shots are normally used to show the action between two or more characters, like in a fight, or during a chase scene.
Fast and Furious
This clip from the action-packed film, Fast and Furious, features fast-paced editing throughout. The use of fast-paced editing in the clip is to emphasise the movements and speed of the cars involved within the race. The fast-paced editing can be seen as a reflection of the action that is currently going on in the clip and can be used to prepare the audience for the action that may follow i.e. car crashes and overheating of the vehicle. Fast-paced editing is also used to show the manufactions of the car itself i.e. when one of the drivers pressure a specific button the use of fast paced editing shows what quick movements are needed to happen in order for the car to perform at the speed the driver wants.
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