Glossary
Comprehensive glossary of filmmaking terms, concepts, and techniques.
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A
2Abby Singer
Film industry term for the second-to-last shot of the day, named after production manager Abby Singer.
Actor
A person who performs a role in a film by embodying a character through voice, body, and presence.
C
2Crew
The collective technical and logistical workforce that builds and operates a film production.
Crossing
A verbal warning called out on a film set when a crew member is about to walk in front of a camera that may be rolling or about to roll.
P
3PA (Production Assistant)
An entry-level crew member who supports department operations, logistics, and set management.
Pre-Production
The planning and preparation phase of filmmaking that occurs after greenlight and before principal photography begins.
Principal Photography
The main shooting phase when the primary cast and crew capture the footage that forms the finished film.
S
2Shot List
A pre-production document listing every planned shot for a scene or shooting day, with shot size, angle, and movement.
Slate
The identifying board held in front of the camera at the start of each take, recording scene, shot, and take information.
W
2Walk-Through
A pre-shoot rehearsal where cast and crew trace movements and blocking through the set before cameras roll.
Wrap
The conclusion of a shooting day, a specific actor's scenes, or the entire production's principal photography.