Task 4 - Timelines

From analysing the videos and making timelines I have learnt the conventional pace of editing including narrative and performance. I have learnt that conventionally, the pace of the editing will relate closely to the pace of the music and really exaggerate the effect (linking to Carol Vernallis). There are lots of flashes in the genre when the music is fast with multiple cuts in a quick second or even flashing titles or shapes overlaying the video. When the music is slow the movements are either very slow or the shot is completely still. Any narrative that is used does not tell a story and is usually shots of a different character in a mid shot or close up. These are quick clips lasting 1 or 2 seconds making the majority of shots performance. Titles slightly challenge convention however they are used in the 'Live For' video. They are used overlaying the first shot. It is clearly conventional for the first shot to come in straight away even if there is no performance until the intro is finished. I can use this analysis to make sure my video matches convention and gives the same dramatic effect on the audience achieved by the pace of the shot.