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Linking vs. Colliding Trajectories

core component of Trajectory Phrasing that involves the deliberate choice to either continue or oppose the direction of on-screen movement across a cut. Linking trajectories by maintaining the same vector of motion creates a sense of fluid continuity and flow. Colliding trajectories by cutting to an opposing vector generates conflict, impact, or disruption, making it a fundamental tool for manipulating a scene's energy.

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