2 shot Vs above the shoulder shot???

Pokri

Pokri

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there r 2 people talking each other when to make 2 shot when to go for above the shoulder shot

I always have a doubt ..which shot to take...
can some please some rule for this.

I had done one short film..any many people told that I didn't done shot division properly..I dont understand how to divide a shot ..mostly I shoot in single shot.

Thanks in advance..
 
Usually, a two-shot is used to establish the scene and all the characters/objects in it. So, if your scene is two people facing each other at a table talking to each other, a two shot might be a good way to open the scene since it allows the viewer to get a sense of where the scene is happening, whether it is night or day, and most importantly, where the characters are in relation to one another.

Over the shoulder shots, on the other hand, are a type of coverage that allows the viewer to focus on one part of a conversation while it's being delivered. As the director or the cinematographer you have to direct the viewer's eye to what is important in the scene. If you're trying to help the audience understand the geography and character placement a two shot can accomplish that. But if we know where the characters are and we want to see their faces now as they speak to one another, it's likely you'll cut into coverage which is where you'd find over the shoulders, clean singles, and other types of shots.
 
Hey, hmm interesting question. Usually for coverage I always grab a wide shot of the scene first. Then move in and grab an over the shoulder on each character. After that if there is time I move around on for more creative stuff. The Dp's goal should always be to make sure the scene is covered before they get to crazy with the creativity. With a wide shot, and the over the shoulders, you have a coherent scene so I always cover those first then have some fun.

Cheers,

Graham R
 
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