Obstacle in a story context

A specific problem that gets in the way of the protagonist's goal.

Act 3 of the 3 act story structure

The story reaches its most exciting moment (the climax) and then shows how things are resolved (or not resolved).

The most exciting and important moment of the story when the conflict peaks.

What happens right after the climax as things start to settle.

Resolution in a story

How the story ends and the problem is solved (or not solved).

A written plan for a movie that shows where the scenes happen, what the characters say, and what actions take place.

Introductions for each scene in a script, providing information about the scene's location, time, and other relevant details.

EXT – SCHOOL PLAYGROUND – DAY

Purpose of Action Lines

Provide a visual description of what is happening on the screen; Simple, declarative, and present tense.

Role of Dialogue in a Film Script

Takes up the largest part of a film script; Formatted with the character's name above followed by spoken lines.

Definition of a Storyboard

A comic strip for your film; Shows main shots to organize your story before filming.

Purpose of a Camera Shot

Frames and records a subject or scene; Helps tell the story by focusing the audience’s attention.

Frames a subject tightly, usually the face; Shows emotion and detail.

Frames a subject from about the waist up; Common in conversations; Shows expressions and body language.

Wide Shot (WS) / Long Shot (LS)

Shows the subject from head to toe with the background; Establishes setting and space.

Extreme Close-Up (ECU)

Focuses on a very small detail (eyes, hands, an object); Creates dramatic emphasis.

Extreme Wide Shot (EWS)

Shows the subject very small in a large environment; Used to show scale, location, or isolation.

Over-the-Shoulder Shot (OTS)

Camera looks over one character’s shoulder at another; Common in dialogue scenes.

Frames two characters in the same shot; Shows relationships and interactions.

Point of View Shot (POV)

Shows what a character sees through their eyes; Makes the audience feel part of the scene.

A wide shot at the start of a scene; Sets up location and time.

When the camera physically moves or changes its angle while recording. Includes pans, tilts, zooms, or tracking shots.

A camera movement where the camera stays in one place but moves up and down.

A camera movement where the camera stays in one place but moves left and right.

A camera technique where the lens changes focal length to make the subject appear closer or farther away.

Tracking Shot (Dolly Shot)

A camera movement where the entire camera is physically moved, usually on wheels or rails, to follow a subject or move smoothly through a scene.

The planning stage of a project. Involves developing ideas, writing scripts, drawing storyboards, choosing locations, preparing equipment, and scheduling.

The filming stage. Cameras roll, audio is recorded, and all footage is captured.

The editing stage. Recorded footage is organized, cut together, and polished with music, sound effects, graphics, and color correction.

A detailed analysis of the script that identifies everything needed to film each scene, including props, costumes, special effects, locations, and equipment.

A document that lists all the actors and their roles in the production, including contact information, schedules, and special notes about each performer.

A checklist of every shot the director wants to capture, detailing camera angles, movement, and order of shots.

A detailed calendar that organizes what scenes will be filmed, when, and where, including times, locations, and necessary cast/crew members.

A daily document that informs the cast and crew when and where to be on set, listing the shooting location, call times, scenes, contact info, and special notes.

Includes key creatives and decision-makers like directors, producers, and principal cast, often negotiated upfront.

Covers the majority of the team, including the camera department and craft services, typically hired on a day rate or hourly basis.

Leads the creative vision of the film, involved in nearly every production phase, working closely with all departments.

Secures funding, hires the team, manages schedules, and oversees production from a high level, essential for project progress.

A title indicating authority and respect, often involved in financing or lending industry connections, bringing credibility or resources to a project.

Casting Director (CD)

Responsible for assembling the right on-screen talent, organizing auditions, and shaping character perception.

Set Production Assistant

Takes direction from ADs, keeps the set running smoothly, and can carry out nearly any task.

Director of Photography (DP)

Records images according to a director’s vision, making key decisions about lighting, framing, and camera movement.

Physically operates the camera during takes, executing the DP’s vision in real time.

Creates light and collaborates with the Grip Department to execute the DP’s lighting plan.

TV AND MEDIA PRODUCTION MIDTERM EXAM S1 Flashcards

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3 act story structure

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A way to organize a story into three main parts: Act 1 (introduction), Act 2 (problem-solving), Act 3 (climax and resolution).

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Protagonist

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The main character of the story; the one we root for.

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Antagonist

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The character or force that opposes the protagonist.

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Inciting Event or Incident

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The moment that kicks off the main story or problem.

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Act 2 of the 3 act story structure

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The characters try to solve the problem, facing challenges and obstacles.

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Conflict in a story

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The struggle or problem the protagonist faces.

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Rising Action

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The series of events and challenges that make the story more intense.

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