Continuity Editing

Continuity editing is an almost flawless way of filming, providing scenes with smooth running shots. The point in continuity edititing is to encourage the viewer to become lost in what they are viewing and therefore express a greater interest in the storyline. It is logical, coherent and chronological. In order to achieve this, the 180 degree rule is necessary. This includes two characters facing each other, never crossing  the boundaries of one anothers half of the screen. If this is carried off successfully when the camera cuts then it will create a flawless example of continuity editing. Other key themes of continuity editing include the eye line match, establishing shot, shot/reverse shot, the 30 degree rule and cutting on action.