Soviet Montage Theory: Exploring the 5 Types of Montage
We discuss the core historical tenets of Soviet Montage Theory, then explore the main types of montage for your film and video projects.
In the vast history of film and video, there’s perhaps no cinematic or editing technique more recognizable or powerful than the montage. Movie-lovers like us see it in cheesy hits from the 1980s and 1990s like Bloodsport and Dirty Dancing. We see it in critically acclaimed art films like The Godfather and Citizen Kane. We even see its classical roots in Battleship Potemkin (1925) and recreated and homaged in The Untouchables (1987).
But, what is a montage, really? And what makes this film editing technique so emotive and useful? The best way to understand is to go back to its origins and explore the core basics of Soviet Montage Theory. From these origins, we can outline the five basic types of montage. Plus, for those interested in using this powerful technique, understanding the different approaches can help you better harness the montage for your film and video projects.
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