Editing – Second Draft

 

                                                                        Second Cut

In the second draft, I focused on refining pacing and enhancing atmosphere. I shortened certain shots to create a more controlled rhythm and added transitions to improve continuity.

Sound design was introduced at this stage, including non-diegetic background music to build tension. This is a key convention of psychological thrillers, as sound plays a major role in shaping audience response.

I also began experimenting with colour grading to create a darker tone. This helped establish mood and reflect the protagonist’s psychological state.

The second draft showed significant improvement compared to the first, as it began to align more closely with genre expectations.