While I understand why a shorter form cut might be beneficial but then you end up in the problem of what people consider the most important. People will watch the full movie then the shorter version and complain about the important stuff being left out.
Personally, I've never been a fan of skipping scenes in movies or TV shows. Maybe if I've seen a show before but even then rarely is this the case. The only time I skip scenes is when I'm discussing a show and I want to remember what actually happened so I can be accurate in the discussion.
I totally get it. What is essential to a work is always a subject of debate of course. I think though that digests could be a real thing if done well. Heck, could be a pretty cool exercise to try make one.
There’s certainly potential in it but I think it’s better left to fans of movies or shows. Maybe even a way to evaluate the ability of editors to properly edit. Or directors to create a compelling story. Part of the audition process for jobs. Rather than put millions into someone who might screw it up.
While I understand why a shorter form cut might be beneficial but then you end up in the problem of what people consider the most important. People will watch the full movie then the shorter version and complain about the important stuff being left out.
Personally, I've never been a fan of skipping scenes in movies or TV shows. Maybe if I've seen a show before but even then rarely is this the case. The only time I skip scenes is when I'm discussing a show and I want to remember what actually happened so I can be accurate in the discussion.
I totally get it. What is essential to a work is always a subject of debate of course. I think though that digests could be a real thing if done well. Heck, could be a pretty cool exercise to try make one.
There’s certainly potential in it but I think it’s better left to fans of movies or shows. Maybe even a way to evaluate the ability of editors to properly edit. Or directors to create a compelling story. Part of the audition process for jobs. Rather than put millions into someone who might screw it up.