Soviet Montage

Soviet Montage is a filmmaking approach developed in Russia during the 1920s that emphasizes assembling shots in a way that creates meaning through their combination. Instead of relying solely on individual scenes, filmmakers use editing techniques to influence viewers’ perceptions, evoke emotions, and convey complex ideas. By juxtaposing contrasting images or scenes, Soviet Montage aims to generate intellectual and emotional responses, transforming simple footage into a powerful, thought-provoking narrative. This technique revolutionized film editing and storytelling, highlighting the potential of editing to actively shape an audience’s understanding and engagement with the story.