Shot Composition
This term refers to making sure an actor's face and body remain visible.
What is staying in frame?
A close-up shot focuses primarily on this.
What is the actor’s face?
Moving too much in a close-up shot can cause this problem.
What is going out of frame?
A director says this to signal the beginning of a take.
What is "Action"?
To maintain focus on the scene, actors should limit unnecessary __________.
What is movement?
A medium shot includes both facial expressions and this type of body movement.
What is body language?
If an actor forgets to hit their mark, it can result in this technical issue.
What is being out of focus or improperly framed?
This command stops the actors' performance and marks the end of a take.
What is "Cut"?
When filming, actors must be aware of these two factors so their expressions read well on camera
What are lighting and angles?
A wide shot requires larger gestures and this to be effective.
What is movement?
Looking directly into the camera lens instead of at the scene partner is called this.
What is breaking the fourth wall?
Actors use this term for a specific spot they must stand on during filming.
What is a mark?
This term refers to the actor’s awareness of where the camera is positioned and how they appear within the shot.
What is camera awareness?
This shot type frames an actor from the chest up and is commonly used in dialogue scenes.
What is a medium shot?
Not being aware of lighting and angles can cause this issue with an actor’s face on camera.
What is unflattering shadows or poor visibility?
Before a new take begins, the crew must do this to restore the scene and props to their starting positions.
What is reset?
Actors often use this method to ensure they hit the correct spot during filming for proper framing and focus.
What is marking positions?
This shot type captures a large area and is often used to establish setting and character placement.
What is a wide shot?
If an actor moves too fast or unpredictably, it makes this difficult for the camera operator.
What is maintaining focus and proper framing?
The planned movement and positioning of actors during a scene is known as this.
What is blocking?