Become aware of the 180 Degree Rule on Coverage - a cinematography guideline where two characters in a scene should maintain the same left/right relationship to one another. Then understand when it makes sense to follow that rule or break that rule with a reverse angle. Watch as Shane describes two ways to do over the shoulder coverage and discern how powerful camera height can be when telling a story and conveying emotion. Learn how to add punch to the key moments in a scene by giving purpose to everything in the lighting setup and making the most emotional impact on the viewer. Watch Shane’s crew light the scene with a top down approach.
Go on set in the locker room with Shane and the actors to rehearse the scene, refine the shot list and learn about light motivation. Emphasize the importance of intentionally making room for impromptu actors to capture their unexpected reactions, confrontations, close ups, or over the shoulder vi...
