BEING ON SET
EDITING BASICS
BASIC PRODUCTION ROLES
GENRE QUESTIONS
Just for Fun (Not ON Quiz) 2010s FILM TRIVIA
100

This phrase signals that filming is about to begin and everyone should quiet down.

What is “Quiet on set”?

100

This is the most basic type of edit, where one shot immediately replaces another.

What is a cut?

100

This person is the creative leader of the film and works closely with actors and department heads.

Who is the Director? 

100

This genre is designed to make audiences laugh.

What is comedy? 

100

This 2019 film became one of the highest-grossing movies of all time and concluded a major superhero saga.

What is Avengers: Endgame?

200

This is the correct first call before “Roll camera.”

What is ROLL SOUND?

200

This editing technique overlaps audio from the next scene before the visual changes. CLUE: It's a LETTER of the Alphabet. 

What is a J-cut? 

200

This person is responsible for the visual look of the film, including lighting and camera composition. They work closely with the Gaffer. 

Who is the Cinematographer? 

200

This genre often includes crime, moral ambiguity, and shadowy visuals.

What is film noir? 

200

This 2013 animated film became a cultural phenomenon and redefined the “Disney princess” narrative by centering sisterhood over romance.

What is Frozen?

300

After sound and camera are rolling, this is done BEFORE the director says ACTION.

What is SLATE or use the CLAPPERBOARD?

300

The opposite of the $200 clue, this is where the audio from one scene extends into the next scene. 

What is an L Cut? 

300

This department handles microphones and recording clean audio on set.

What is the SOUND department? 

300

This genre blends futuristic technology with social or philosophical themes.

What is Science Fiction? 

300

Directed by Christopher Nolan, this 2010 film explores dreams within dreams.

What is Inception?

400

This person is responsible for maintaining order, calling cues, and keeping the shoot on schedule.

What is the 1st Assistant Director OR 1st A.D?

400

This "______" Rule is an editing principle ensures continuity of screen direction and spatial relationships.

What is the 180 degree rule? 

400

This role manages the budget, logistics, and overall production operations.

Who is the Producer? 

400

This genre is both mocked and celebrated in SCREAM, which plays with its tropes while still delivering them.

What is horror or slasher? 
400

This 2018 Marvel film was celebrated for its cultural impact and Wakandan setting.

What is Black Panther?

500

This is the full correct sequence of calls before a take begins.

What is Quiet On Set; Roll Sound; Roll Camera; Slate; Action?

500

This type of editing shows a variety of different scenes, usually to quickly show the passing of time. 

What is a montage? 

500

This crew member pulls focus during a shot and maintains image sharpness.

Who is the 1st AC / focus puller? 

500

One of Kumu Park's favorite parody-type films is GALAXY QUEST, combining these two genres. CLUE: EVOLUTION, starring David Duchovny and Julianne Moore, is also a combo of these two popular genres. 

What are comedy and science fiction? 

500

This 2015 film revived a legendary sci-fi franchise with new characters like Rey and Finn. (MUST SAY FULL TITLE) 

What is Star Wars: The Force Awakens?