Camera coverage

Camera coverage refers to the amount of footage within a shot and the different camera angles used to capture a scene.

It is rare that a film is made in Britain which involves Britain. We share the same language as America therefore we watch most American films.

A master shot is a recording of an entire dramatized scene from start to finish. It is usually captured from a long shot so the audience can identify the whole setting and environment.

 It is safe to cut back to a master shot when your close shot footage is not merging together properly. Once the master shot has been secured, the director then goes in for closer coverage. Every time you shoot a scene you will get all the action form the scene by using a master shot, then a medium shot followed by close up shots.