Cut-in

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In plain words

Moves closer to a part of a subject in the same scene to focus the eye.

When to use it

Full body to face, table to the product on it.

Example videos

ALL Types of Cuts in AI Filmmaking | Full Showcase and Tutorial — AI: See a cut that moves closer to a part of a subject in the same scene.

Editing Transitions Every Filmmaker Should Know — Explainer: See the basic principle of joining shots by changing shot size.

In AI video, like this

Use the start frame of the wide shot as a reference and create the close-up's start frame with "tighter framing of the same moment". Since time continues, match the action state to the end of A.

One-click prompt

Two-shot sequence: Shot 1, wide shot, a violinist plays alone on an empty stage under a single spotlight, 3 seconds; cut-in to Shot 2, the same moment and the same light, tight close-up of her bow hand sliding across the strings, no change in motion or music, 3 seconds.

See it in real films and ads

StudioBinder — What is a Film Cut? (Cut-In section)

AI-made examples

Dom the AI Tutor — Cut-In chapter

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