Speed of Editing - Ina film each scene may last a matter of seconds, or it could continue for minutes but the length of each sequence establishes the pace of the film moving the action along. The speed of editing will help to determine the mood of what is taking place on screen. If the audience is to feel anxiety and suspense the editing will be quick - the scenes/shots changing frequently. E.g. in an action sequence. The Bourne Ultimatum shows this. If a relaxed mood is desired, the scenes last longer and change less frequently. E.g. in a romantic comedy like The Notebook. Nevertheless a film need not have any editing. The film Russian Ark was filmed in one take using a steadicam and a digital camera. This camera split-second timing and organisation. A trailer for a film needs to pack in detail from throughout the film. Therefore the editing will be very fast.
Developing Drama - Cross cutting can be used to very effectively develop a sense of drama. The death of Casey in the opening scene of Scream is made more dramatic by the cross cutting to her parents approaching and almost making it home in time to save her.
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