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How did D.W. Griffith expand the art of narrative film?

  • By introducing sound

  • By including animated sections

  • By pioneering aspects of film editing

  • By bringing color to monochromatic films

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D.W. Griffith, a pioneering figure in filmmaking, expanded the art of narrative film through his groundbreaking techniques. He introduced innovative editing methods such as cross-cutting, flashbacks, and close-ups, which revolutionized the way stories could be told on screen. Griffith's contributions established a visual language that would be influential in shaping the future of cinema and storytelling.
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