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In this step you'll learn about how to show connection between two characters without saying a word. This is done through camera placement, specifically using an over the shoulder (OTS) shot. This is a popular tool used by filmmakers to create a subconscious connection between two characters. Additionally, single shots can be used to disconnect characters and signal isolation. This is demonstrated in a scene from the HBO series Westworld, where the creator of the park Dr. Robert Ford and head of quality assurance Theresa Cullen are having a private conversation."

The Over The Shoulder Shot in Film (and How to Shoot a Dialogue Scene) #overtheshoulder

As film composition is rooted in photography, let's start with framing techniques in photography. Afterward, discuss the different types of shots and the importance of backgrounds in this subject. Understanding the aspect ratio will help you convey the message more clearly. In the last 3 steps, we will look at a camera angle example, review the rules of film composition, and then dive deeply into the composition. 

The key concepts in Camera Angles and Aspect Ratio

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Directing a film requires a variety of skills. You need different skill sets to succeed in each phase, from scriptwriting to production to post-production. During this learning path, you are taught a general concept of the skills you need as a director in each phase of filmmaking. 
Keep in mind that your film grows as you develop your skills.
  

The Over The Shoulder Shot in Film (and How to Shoot a Dialogue Scene) #overtheshoulder

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