L cut en · NOUN
Etymology
From the L shape of a piece of physical film when cut for this purpose.
Meanings
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An edit transition from one shot to another, where the picture and sound are synchronized but the transitions in each are not coincident.
Without L cuts, a conversation between two people can feel like a tennis match.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| L cuts | Number=Plur | lexicographic |