Classical Hollywood cinema developed a set of narrative conventions that aim to clearly communicate the story to audiences and maintain their interest. These include linear, cause-and-effect storytelling with a distinct beginning, middle, and end. Editing techniques like shot/reverse-shot and match cuts strive to make transitions invisible and contribute to a seamless narrative flow. By contrast, art cinema narratives are often more fragmented, confusing, and self-reflexive, drawing attention to the act of narration itself rather than solely focusing on entertaining audiences.