What are the standard camera angles and shots are normally used in filmmaking?
A “standard” scene on a professional set is shot like this: Start with a wide master of some kind. It may be static (on a tripod) or on a dolly or an elaborate Steadicam or crane shot. Whatever it is, the more elaborate, the more you’ll likely want to use it for the majority of the scene. Don’t waste time setting up a “one-er” (a scene done in a single shot) if you intend on cutting it apart later and inserting coverage. Most features these days have an A and B camera going for most of the shots. Your A-Camera will take priority while the B-Camera will work to get an alternate shot that works but doesn’t impede A-Camera in any way. Your master will be primarily A while B may pick off tighter shots or an alternate wide. Once the cameras drive in closer to the Actors, the A-Camera will first concentrate on getting an “over” (over the shoulder) on one of the Actors (assuming this is a two-person scene). IF the situation allows it, meaning if the lighting is acceptable and the set works fo
