Film Language Tag: bridge shot

A filmed shot or sequence, generally consisting of a single shot, that connects two edited shots, scenes, or sequences with a smooth transition. A bridge may be something as simple as a shot from a different angle that joins two shots from a similar angle without an obvious jump cut, or as complex as a montage showing the passage of time between two scenes. Kroon, R. W. A/V a to z: An encyclopedic dictionary of media, entertainment and other Audiovisual terms. McFarland, 2014.

Films (10)

"Would You?" + "Broadway Melody" , Singin' in the Rain

Kathy (Debbie Reynolds) dubs over Lina's (Jean Hagen) singing. After showing R.F. (Millard Mitchell) the current draft, Don (Gene Kelly) tells him about his vision for the last scenes.

Breakfast Table Montage, Citizen Kane

The change in the relationship between Charles Foster Kane and his first wife, Emily, is shown over time.

Buddy Deeds Ain't On Board, Lone Star

Mayor Hollins (Clifton James) tells the story of when Sheriff Charlie Wade (Kris Kristofferson) tried to get Buddy Deeds (Matthew McConaughey) into his business.

Cardinal Volleyball, We Have a Pope

The Pope had a nervous breakdown and has gone missing after the Papal conclave. The cardinals do not know that he is missing because the manager of the Vatican has placed a Swiss guard in the Pope's quarters to make his room seem occupied. While the Cardinals are waiting for the "pope" to emerge from his room, the psychiatrist who was hired to treat the Pope organized a volleyball game for the Cardinals. This scene captures the Cardinal's joy and commitment to the game.