Walter Murch

Walter Murch

According to Murch there is 6 key values on cutting whilst editing on his criteria to make a successful film of the mise en scene.

Emotion (51%):- When cutting a scene it is decided by an editor, when he feels that it would capture the audience attentions.

Story (23%):- The cut should complement the story, rather than just cutting for no reason. It should also  help the audience comprehend the plot as well.

Rhythm (10%):- A cut should take place at a unique and intriguing time, to expand the excitement and interest to the audience.

Eye-trace (7%):- The cut should have influence of the current location and body language of the actors/actress in the scene.

Two dimensional plane of the screen (5%):- The cut should complement the 180 degree rule; which is about having two cameras placed opposite each other (shown in image below).

180 degree rule.

Three dimensional space of action (4%):- Is about cutting to the right balance, of the relationship of the mise en scene
(shown in ''The Godfather Part II below'').

The Godfather Part II (1974).