jump cut

[/dʒʌmp kʌt/]
nounpl: jump cuts
corte seco
1. A film editing technique where two shots of the same subject are cut together without any transition, creating a jarring or discontinuous effect where the subject appears to jump to a different position or state
The director used jump cuts to create a sense of disorientation and chaos in the scene.
O diretor usou cortes secos para criar uma sensação de desorientação e caos na cena.
2. An abrupt transition between shots that breaks the continuity of space or time, often used for stylistic or comedic effect
The music video features rapid jump cuts between different locations.
O videoclipe apresenta cortes secos rápidos entre diferentes locações.
Jump cuts are a fundamental editing technique in modern cinema, particularly prominent in music videos, action films, and avant-garde filmmaking. In Brazil, the term 'corte seco' is widely used in the film and advertising industries. This technique became especially popular after the 1960s New Wave cinema and is now a staple in digital media and social media content creation.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
jump cut transitionabrupt cutdiscontinuity cut
Antonyms / Antônimos
continuity cutmatch cutfadedissolvecrossfade

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
corte seco
Most common term in Brazilian cinema and media
São Paulo
corte seco
Standard usage in São Paulo's film industry
Rio de Janeiro
corte seco
Standard usage in Rio's media production
Portugal
corte brusco
Portuguese variant, less commonly used than 'corte seco'

Related Words

editingmontagetransitioncinematographyfilm techniquevisual effect

Related Idioms & Phrases

a series of jump cuts
rapid jump cuts
strategic jump cuts
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