Pitch Dictionary by pitch.dog
Screen geography & performance continuity · Core

Eyeline

Also called: eye line

ELI5

The direction in which a performer appears to look, shaping spatial and relational continuity.

Used in conversation

“The eyeline should come through in behaviour, not only in treatment language.”

Pitch context

A director may use this term to turn a broad intention into a specific performance or casting choice.

Why it matters: Translates creative intention into casting, rehearsal, performance and on-set direction.

Connected terms

  • Screen directionEyeline is where a performer looks; screen direction is the apparent directional continuity of movement and gaze across cuts.
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