Describe the film editing techniques used by Sergei Eisenstein in the “Odessa Steps” sequence of Battleship Potemkin and explain the effect produced by such techniques.
What will be an ideal response?
Answer: The ideal answer should include:
1. Eisenstein uses a montage of brief shots to portray a historic event.
2. Eisenstein intermixes close-ups rather than wide-angle shots.
3. The montage of close-up shots causes the viewer to feel like a participant in the violent actions of the scene.
4. Eisenstein’s use of film editing techniques creates a compelling portrayal of the fear and tragedy of the failed army revolt in Odessa.
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