Preliminary Task

180 degree rule
refers to an imaginary line which cuts through the middle of the scene. To maintain continuity editing shots can not be reversed with a cut; only when the camera moves on the 180 degree arc can the viewers perspective change. for example if Peter was on the right hand side and Tom was on the left during a dialogue they would remain this way throughout the scene unless the camera pans around on the 180 degree arc this avoids disorientation and confusion.

Continuity editing
This type of editing style is used to keep the scene realistic and continuous for the viewer. for example mainly using cuts in a naturalistic scene such as 'Night at the museum'.

Match on action
Using a cut during an action to another camera angle but showing the action from the same point in time. for example following someone opening a door it would then cut to the other side of the door where the action would continue.

Establishing shot
This is usually a long shot which introduces the location and often a character to the scene. for example a long high shot of a house to introduce the main setting.

Reaction shot
After either an action or dialogue cutting to another character to see their reaction. for example a mid shot of a character after receiving some bad news in a conversation.

long shot
A long distance between camera and focus of scene this shot often shows the surrounding location of the scene. For example a view of an hotel lobby.

Shot reverse shot
cutting between two characters using over the shoulder shots so alternating characters are in the frame at any one time. for example in a conversation of two people sitting down in an interview.