Trading Camera for Controller: The Use and Effectiveness of Cinematic Techniques in In-Game Machinima Style Cut-Scenes
By: Ryan Jenkins
Supervisor: Jonathan Skinner
Masters of Interactive Technology degree conferred March 23rd, 2007
Thesis / Project completed: March 21st, 2007

With the advent of modern technology, video games have become more story-driven, and often times contain longer and more elaborate cut-scenes than in the past.  Consequently, developers have questioned the need for film techniques in cut-scenes.  Should designers adhere to the strict rules of filming and editing when working on a game?  What do gamers expect from cut-scenes in their games?  Are their needs similar to those of the movie-going public?  This thesis examines and tests these questions and the answers behind them. 

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