Continuity in Duel

Duel, by Steven Spielberg

Clip: Road trouble

There is quite a lot of continuity within this particular clip from Duel. Many of which contain shots that are critical to telling the story and getting the point across. It starts out with a view from the back of the car (along the 180 degree line) where we can see him following the large truck and then proceeds to move around creating a sense of motion and helps with the fluidity of the scene. We then can see many various cut in shots of the exterior as well as the interior of the vehicle. This allows to highlight something important, such as a close-up that draws attention to a specific detail. Overall, these are just a few examples of the many clips in the film Duel that include and use continuity. Continuity helps create a realistic and immersive story that essentially keeps the viewer engaged!

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