(post 16) The Koleshov Effect
The Kushelov Effect is an editing technique that uses several pieces of separate footage in order to enhance a character’s emotion, without any real performance from the Actor. Developed by a Russian editor named Lev Kushelov, the effect consists of a simple structure made up of: · One shot of the Actor The Actor could be straight-faced or show an emotion, it’s best to film a straight-faced shot then multiple shots of different expressions, then the Director and Editor can choose which one they feel suits the footage they are using. · Footage The footage can be of absolutely anything but you do need separate shots. The footage doesn’t need to be linked or have any relevance between the shots; in fact the technique is more effective if the shots are completely irrelevant to each other. One shot of the Actor is used and repeated, interrupted by ...
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