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In [[film]], a '''sequence''' is a series of [[Scene (film)|scenes]] which form a distinct narrative unit, which is usually connected either by [[unity of location]] or [[unity of time]]. For example a [[heist film]] might include an extended recruitment sequence in which the leader of the gang collects together the conspirators, a robbery sequence, an escape sequence, and so on. Each of these sequences might further contain sub-sequences; for example the robbery sequence might consist of an entry sequence, a safe-cracking sequence, and so on. |
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In [[film]], a '''sequence''' is a scene or a series of [[Scene (film)|scenes]] that form a distinct narrative unit to advance the [[Plot (narrative)|narrative]], usually connected either by a [[unity of location]] or a [[unity of time]].<ref>{{Cite web |title=Definition of Sequence and Scene in Screenwriting |url=https://screenwritingscience.com/sequence-and-scene-definition |access-date=2024-07-26 |website=ScreenWriting Science |language=en}}</ref> Each of these sequences might further contain sub-sequences. It is also known by the French term, "plan séquence". Sequence shots give the editor plenty of shots to tell a story and keep audiences' attention.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web |title=Sequence shots in film and how to use them - Adobe |url=https://www.adobe.com/creativecloud/video/hub/guides/guide-to-sequence-shots-in-film.html |access-date=2024-08-02 |website=www.adobe.com}}</ref> |
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| ⚫ | The sequence is one of a hierarchy of structural units used to describe the structure of films in varying degrees of granularity. |
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Sequencing refers to what one shoots, with the five most common shots used being: close-ups, wide angle, medium, over the shoulder, and point of view shots. Sequencing keeps viewer interest while maintaining a consistent story. The five most common shots are used to build a framework of where to place the characters or action.<ref name=":0" /> |
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The sequence paradigm of screenwriting was developed by [[Frank Daniel]]. |
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| ⚫ | The sequence is one of a hierarchy of structural units used to describe the structure of films in varying degrees of granularity. Analyzed this way, a film is composed of one or more [[Act (theater)|acts]]; acts include one or more sequences; sequences are divided into one or more [[Scene (film)|scenes]]; and scenes may be thought of as being built out of [[Shot (filming)|shots]] (if one is thinking visually) or [[Beat (filmmaking)|beats]] (if one is thinking in narrative terms).{{Cn|date=July 2024}} |
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The sequence paradigm or the "8 sequence structure" of screenwriting was developed by [[Frank Daniel]].<ref>{{Cite web |title=Whats On {{!}} Sessions {{!}} 8 Sequence Structure The Screenwriters Ultimate Weapon {{!}} London Screenwriters' Festival |url=https://www.londonscreenwritersfestival.com/whats-on/sessions/8-sequence-structure-the-screenwriters-ultimate-weapon |access-date=2024-09-20 |language=en-US}}</ref> In 2004, his protege Paul Gulino, published a book about this paradigm called, “Screenwriting: The Sequence Approach”.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Brislee |first=Jack |date=2010-02-19 |title=The Sequence Approach |url=https://www.thestorydepartment.com/the-sequence-approach/ |access-date=2024-10-18 |website=The Story Department |language=en-US}}</ref> |
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== See also == |
== See also == |
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* [[Act structure]] |
* [[Act structure]] |
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* [[Sequential art]] |
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== References == |
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[[Category:Film scenes]] |
[[Category:Film scenes]] |
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[[Category:Film and video terminology]] |
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Latest revision as of 14:30, 2 November 2024
In film, a sequence is a scene or a series of scenes that form a distinct narrative unit to advance the narrative, usually connected either by a unity of location or a unity of time.[1] Each of these sequences might further contain sub-sequences. It is also known by the French term, "plan séquence". Sequence shots give the editor plenty of shots to tell a story and keep audiences' attention.[2]
Sequencing refers to what one shoots, with the five most common shots used being: close-ups, wide angle, medium, over the shoulder, and point of view shots. Sequencing keeps viewer interest while maintaining a consistent story. The five most common shots are used to build a framework of where to place the characters or action.[2]
The sequence is one of a hierarchy of structural units used to describe the structure of films in varying degrees of granularity. Analyzed this way, a film is composed of one or more acts; acts include one or more sequences; sequences are divided into one or more scenes; and scenes may be thought of as being built out of shots (if one is thinking visually) or beats (if one is thinking in narrative terms).[citation needed]
The sequence paradigm or the "8 sequence structure" of screenwriting was developed by Frank Daniel.[3] In 2004, his protege Paul Gulino, published a book about this paradigm called, “Screenwriting: The Sequence Approach”.[4]
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ "Definition of Sequence and Scene in Screenwriting". ScreenWriting Science. Retrieved 2024-07-26.
- ^ a b "Sequence shots in film and how to use them - Adobe". www.adobe.com. Retrieved 2024-08-02.
- ^ "Whats On | Sessions | 8 Sequence Structure The Screenwriters Ultimate Weapon | London Screenwriters' Festival". Retrieved 2024-09-20.
- ^ Brislee, Jack (2010-02-19). "The Sequence Approach". The Story Department. Retrieved 2024-10-18.
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