er. This enables us to read Tom's own words--the
distinguishing mark of the cut-in.

This very effective form of the leader takes its name from the fact
that it cuts in, or is inserted into, the midst of a scene. That the
cut-in leader may tell all that is necessary much better than could a
long statement of what is going on is evident because the direct words
of a character are more effective than the same ideas expressed in the
third person.

Another consideration is that using the cut-in and omitting the leader
before the scene makes it possible to start the scene with action that
does not at first disclose Tom's intention. Then when the proper
moment arrives, the cut-in leader is flashed on the screen, and the
result is that, instead of the spectator's anticipating what is about
to happen, he is likely to be as much taken by surprise as is the
guilty brother.

After introducing the cut-in leader, write _Back to scene_, the same
as after an inserted letter, telegram, newspaper item, or the like.

In what follows we give examples of proper scenario form, as well as
examples of the way in which the leader, cut-in leader, letter, bust,
and mask are used.

[Illustration: View of Stage, Lubin Studio, Los Angeles, California]

[Illustration: Wardrobe Room in a Photoplay Studio]

_Leader_--TOM DISCOVERS HIS BROTHER'S CRIME

9--Maxwell's library, same as 4--

Tom enters, followed by Ralph. Tom goes straight to desk,
opens it, and takes out envelope. From it he takes Ralph's
letter and the check. Glances over letter again, Ralph
standing by, watching him with nervous expression.

_On screen, letter._

Dear Blakely:

I send you enclosed my father's check to cover amount of my
debt to you. Kindly send receipt to me at old address.

Yours,

RALPH MAXWELL.

_Back to scene_.

Tom lays letter on desk and picks up check, looking at it
closely. Suddenly starts, frowns, glances at Ralph, and then
looks intently at check again. Opens drawer of desk and
takes out reading-glass. Holding check in left hand, he
examines it closely through the glass.

10--Bust of Tom's left hand holding check, right hand grasping glass,
focusing the glass upon the name signed to the check. This shows that
the name has been written in a very shaky hand.

11--Back to 9--

Tom lays reading-glass on desk, looks at his brother
accusingly, and then thrusts