Over the Shoulder Shot

What is the primary purpose of an Over-the-Shoulder (OTS) shot in filmmaking?

• To disconnect characters emotionally

• To connect characters and show they are on the same page

• To highlight the background scenery

• To create a sense of isolation

What is the primary purpose of a single shot in filmmaking?

• To connect characters and show their agreement

• To show a wide view of the scene

• To disconnect characters and signal isolation or imbalance

• To introduce a new character

In the scene where Dr. Ford and Theresa are having a conversation, what does the obscuring column in the wide Over-the-Shoulder shot suggest?

• The conversation is open to everyone

• The characters are physically separated

• The conversation is private

• The scene is poorly framed

How does the filmmaker visually disconnect Dr. Ford and Theresa in the scene?

• By switching from a wide shot to a medium shot

• By using a static shot and then a pan

• By placing the camera on a dolly and pushing in to a single close-up

• By changing the lighting to make them appear distant

In a suspense film, describe how you could you use a slow dolly in or slow dolly out to connect or disconnect your characters? Do you think this would work or not work, why?