Cutaways

In film and video, a cutaway shot is the interruption of a continuously filmed action by inserting a view of something else. It is usually, although not always, followed by a cut back to the first shot, when a cutaway avoids a jump cut.

The main advantages of a cutaway is that they allow the director to explain the story and allows a break in the action. This is effective because it leaves the viewer at the edge of their seat waiting for the action.

The disadvantage of a cutaway is that it creates an unwanted pause for the audience. This can lead to the audience getting annoyed with the film.

In film and video, a cutaway shot is the interruption of a continuously filmed action by inseting a view of something else. It is usually, although not always, followed by a cut back to the first shot, when the cutaway avoids a jump cut.

The cutaway shot does not necessarily contribute any dramatic context of its own, but it used to help the editor assemble a longer sequence.

The cutaways show the depth and suspense to the scene.

A cutaway can give you a sense of place and time.