This document discusses three elements of time structure in narrative cinema: temporal order, temporal duration, and temporal frequency. Temporal order refers to the chronological ordering or non-linear structuring of events. Temporal duration involves manipulating the passage of time through techniques like foreshortening or expanding time. Temporal frequency uses the repetition of shots or scenes to emphasize events or reveal new perspectives. By analyzing these three elements of time structure, one can understand the rhythm and pacing of a film's narrative.

1. Structuring time In narrative cinema