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How '1917' Mastered the Illusion of a Single Continuous Shot

1. Long takes: The film is composed of long takes, some lasting several minutes. This technique helps to create the illusion that the film is all one continuous shot.

2. Camera movement: The camera moves through the scenes in a way that is fluid and uninterrupted. This helps to keep the viewer engaged in the action and makes it feel like they are part of the experience.

3. Editing: The editing is seamless, with no visible cuts or transitions. This further enhances the illusion of a single, uninterrupted take.

4. Hidden cuts: There are a few moments in the film where there are hidden cuts, but they are carefully disguised so that the viewer does not notice them. For example, there is a cut when the main character turns to look at the camera, but the cut is masked by the movement of his head.

5. Visual tricks: The filmmakers used a variety of visual tricks to create the illusion of a single take. For example, they used CGI to extend the length of some of the shots and to create the appearance of continuous movement.

6. Rehearsals: The actors and crew rehearsed extensively to ensure that they could perform the long takes without any mistakes. This allowed the filmmakers to capture the takes in as few takes as possible, reducing the chances of any visible errors.

7. Luck: Some filmmakers believe in luck and believe that the long takes were successful due to luck and timing.

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