Card 1
Term
Point of View (POV) Shot
Definition
A shot that shows what a character is looking at, putting the audience in their shoes.
Card 2
Term
Diegetic Sound
Definition
Sound that originates from within the film's world (e.g., dialogue, footsteps).
Card 3
Term
Cut
Definition
An abrupt transition from one shot to another.
Card 4
Term
Medium Shot
Definition
A shot that frames a subject from the waist up, balancing detail and context.
Card 5
Term
Close-Up
Definition
A shot that tightly frames a person or object, emphasizing detail and emotion.
Card 6
Term
Non-Diegetic Sound
Definition
Sound that does not originate from the film's world (e.g., background music, narration).
Card 7
Term
Fade In/Out
Definition
A gradual transition to or from a black screen.
Card 8
Term
Zoom
Definition
Changing the focal length of the lens to make the subject appear closer or farther away.
Card 9
Term
Establishing Shot
Definition
A wide shot that sets the scene and shows the location.
Card 10
Term
Tracking Shot
Definition
A shot where the camera moves along with the subject, often using a dolly or Steadicam.
Card 11
Term
Pan
Definition
A horizontal movement of the camera from one side to another.
Card 12
Term
Montage
Definition
A series of short shots edited together to condense time or convey information quickly.
Card 13
Term
Long Shot
Definition
A shot that shows the entire subject in relation to their surroundings.
Card 14
Term
Over-the-Shoulder Shot
Definition
A shot taken from behind a character, showing their perspective.
Card 15
Term
Dissolve
Definition
A transition where one shot gradually fades into another.
Card 16
Term
Tilt
Definition
A vertical movement of the camera up or down.