Shot-reverse-shot

Shot-reverse-shot is a film technique where two characters are shown looking at one another in a sequence, typically used in conversation to establish the space that the characters are in. Because the characters are shown facing in opposite directions, the audience assumes that they are making eye contact during this situation (an eye line match). This technique is another style of continuity editing, drawing attention away from the transitions between shots so that the audience distinguishes one continuous action that develops linearly, chronologically, and logically.

The shots are obtained from the three-camera set up. The shots needed for a basic shot-reverse-shot are; a two shot of characters (in wide or medium shot) and over-the-shoulder shots on character A and character B, providing constancy in conversation with characters filmed at eye-level. This immerses the audience in the dialogue and the story.