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In films, an intertitle, also known as a title card, is a piece of filmed, printed text edited into the midst of (hence, inter-) the photographed action at various points.
Intertitles can establish a film’s setting, denote time periods, offer seamless transitions between scenes, and provide additional narrative details that support the film’s storyline and emotional impact.
Mar 8, 2012 · Watching The Artist and other silent movies lately, I have developed a fascination with the intertitle, the styles different filmmakers preferred and how they can be used. Intertitles don’t just fill in the gaps in dialogue, but often in atmosphere.
An intertitle in film is a narrative device used to convey dialogue or provide context within silent films. They’re crucial textual inserts that appear on screen to bridge gaps where verbal communication isn’t possible.
Aug 8, 2023 · In this exploration, we unveil the crucial role of intertitles in early cinema, their purpose, and their impact on storytelling. The video explores a unique aspect of silent film history - the ...
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For, in fact, the titles in question were subtitles—the titles of sections of films—the titles of scenes. This was in keeping with the prevalent practice of the day (at certain times and in certain production companies) of selling pictures separately, piece by piece, scene by scene.
We experience them, as we experience movies themselves. The best—like the imagist poetry of the 1920s—wasted not a syllable. And if no one on staff could hone your intertitles, intertitle specialists promised to produce and even write intertitles for you.
