External rhythm

In filmmaking, external rhythm, also called cutting rhythm, is established by the duration of the shots that make up a scene. Lengthening or shortening the duration of the shots establishes a rhythmic pattern that can complement or contrast with the internal rhythm and content of a scene or sequence.

The kinds of transitions (e.g., cut, fade, dissolve, wipe) used from shot to shot or from scene to scene also affect the nature of the cutting rhythm.

Film editing

Concept

Choreography
Synchronization
Attentional control
Master shot
Parallel cut

Technique

Clues
Cutaway
Eyeline match
Points of view
Multiple exposure
Optical illusion
Split screen
Transition

Insertion	Dialogue Match cut Long shot Insert
Timelapsing	Cut Jump cut Axial cut Wipe Dissolve Slow motion Prelap
Other	Fast cutting Invisible cut Montage Supercut