Production · term
Point-of-view shot
Also known as POV shot.
A shot representing what a character or subject is understood to see.
In practice
Establish whose viewpoint it is, match height and eyeline, and connect it through performance or editing.
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Sources
- Film Industry Terminology · California Film Commission
- E-learning glossary · ScreenSkills
Educational reference only. Requirements vary by jurisdiction, employer, venue, and production context.