Rhythm vs. Pacing

  • ATOM
  • 5d ago

Both are about the narrative speed/tempo

  • Rhythm
    • scene-level
    • tempo of action beats
    • plot development
    • slow rhythm is good for letting things sink in
  • Pacing
    • high-level
    • changes in rhythm
    • “drawn out” or “too quick” sections (e.g. long Q1 that eats up quick Q2)

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