This document discusses different types of transitions that can be used in video editing software like Adobe Premiere Pro. It describes transitions such as dissolves, fades, cuts, and wipes. It provides examples of how these transitions have been used effectively in movie trailers to link scenes, emphasize characters, and add drama or tension. The document concludes by outlining how the author plans to use dissolves, fades from black, and wipes in their own video project to seamlessly merge locations, create dramatic reveals, and transition between credit screens in a way that enhances the overall theme.

1. Transitions Research
Callie Che

2. Types of Transitions
There are a range of transitions available on Adobe Premiere Pro which can be used to create varying effects. Each creates a
different outcome which contributes towards the overall style and theme of the production. These include;
 Dissolve
 Cross Dissolve
 Dip to Black
 Dip to White
 Page peel
 Page Turn
 Wipe
 Barn Doors
 Gradient Wipe
 Slide
 Center Split
 Push
 Split

3. Effects of Varying Transitions
 Cut
 A cut is the most basic type of transition.
 This is when the next shot immediately replaces the last to create a snap effect.
 This transition can be used to create juxtaposed shots or to create match-on-action shots.
 Dissolve
 This transition merges the end and beginning of two clips in a fading effect to create a gradual dissolve.
 This can be used to create a smooth transition where two scenes merge subtly.
 It can be used to link two different focusses seamlessly.
 Fade from/to black/white
 This happens when a scene gradually fades from a solid black/white screen.
 Fade ins often occur at the beginnings of productions or to reveal something such as an object or title.
 This can create a dramatic effect when used with an extended duration.
 Wipe
 A wipe transition replaces one scene with the next by replacing the first clip through a vertical or horizontal line passing through the frame
into the next clip.
 This transition can also be created through the use of an object rather than a line which creates a seamless transition often between two
different locations.

4. Examples
 Cinderella
 Uses fade from and to blacks to create flashing disjointed scenes that work together
to create a fragmented trailer.
 Dissolves are used to create match-on-actions of Lady Tremaine which hints at her
role of the antagonist by giving her a larger impact.
 Cuts are used between scenes of less significance to create straightforward transitions.
 The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones
 Fades to and from black combined with music creates scenes with strong impacts
which clearly separates each scene and adds tension.
 Cuts are used between fast-paced shots to create a series of dramatised shots within a
scene.
 The Age of Adaline
 Also uses fade to and from blacks to create the fragmented trailer, this separates clips
from different scenes to create a clear plot.
 Match-on-actions are also created through dissolves, emphasising the significance of
the protagonist, Adaline.

5. Transitions in my Production
I will use the following transitions in my production:
 Dissolve
 I will use dissolves between wide shots in my production to create a merging compilation of locations. This will give a
wider insight into the area in a way that fits all clips together flawlessly. The use of cross dissolve also allows me to
continue the panning shot used in all clips which will further link together the locations.
 Fade from Black
 I will use fade from blacks to create dramatic reveals such as with the reveal of the key and the reveal of the title. This
transition increases the drama aspect, linking to my chosen genre of fantasy/drama. The fade from black also links to
my title; ‘Hidden’ through the similarities to a reveal.
 Wipe
 I will use a wipe transition between two credit screens. Both of these clips will be identical glitching text that will reveal
the director and main actor. The use of a wipe transition between these will allow me to add to the digital theme I will
use in the credit screens which will also add to the theme of postmodernism throughout. The wipe will create a seamless
transition between two credits that will be subtle.
 These transitions will therefore be effective in creating a realistic production since they can be combined to create
convincing scenes.