countershot
Opposite camera view
A countershot is a camera angle that shows what a character is looking at or the person they're speaking to, typically used in film and television to create visual dialogue between subjects.
In the classic shot/countershot pattern, the camera alternates between two characters in conversation: The director cut to a countershot of her reaction.
The technique establishes spatial relationships and emotional dynamics between characters.
Formal response disputing claims
- counterargumentPoint challenging another's position
- refutationDisproving a statement
- retortQuick, cutting reply
- rejoinderReply to a reply
comeback · riposte · response · reply · objection · counterclaim · contradiction · denial
Defensive blade deflection
- blockSolid mass, or impede
- deflectionChange in trajectory
- riposteSwift clever reply
- guardWatchful defensive attention
countermeasure · intercept · ward · repel
Retaliatory strike
- counterpunchRetaliatory boxing blow
- countermoveResponding strategic action
- counteroffensiveRetaliatory military operation
- reprisalPunitive action in return
payback · retribution · revenge · vengeance · backlash · retaliation · reciprocity · tit-for-tat
Worn across one shoulder
- cutawayView with exterior removed
- close-upNear-range photograph
- coverageExtent of inclusion
- editingRefining content for clarity
continuity · insert · cross-cutting · conversation · framing · blocking
rebuttal
Formal response disputing claims
- counterargumentPoint challenging another's position
- refutationDisproving a statement
- retortQuick, cutting reply
rejoinder · comeback · riposte · response · reply · objection · counterclaim · contradiction · denial · repartee
parry
Defensive blade deflection
- blockSolid mass, or impede
- deflectionChange in trajectory
- riposteSwift clever reply
guard · countermeasure · intercept · ward · repel
counterblow
Retaliatory strike
- counterpunchRetaliatory boxing blow
- countermoveResponding strategic action
- counteroffensiveRetaliatory military operation
reprisal · payback · retribution · revenge · vengeance · backlash · retaliation · reciprocity · tit-for-tat · reaction
over-the-shoulder
Worn across one shoulder
editing · continuity · insert · cross-cutting · conversation · framing · blocking
countershotestablishing shot
Opening scene showing location
master shot · wide shot · cover shot · scene-setter · action shot
shot, counter, shooting, shots, shooter, snapshot, counteract, countering, counterattack