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Production · term

Edge light

Also known as rim light.

A source creating a narrow highlight along a subject’s outline.

In practice

Tune angle, size, intensity, and flags so the edge supports shape without contaminating lens or background.

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Sources

  1. Film Industry Terminology · California Film Commission
  2. E-learning glossary · ScreenSkills

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    Edge light | Filmclusive Encyclopedia