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

Reaction

ELI5

A performer’s visible response to an event, line or other character.

Used in conversation

“Let’s work on the reaction in rehearsal before the next take.”

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.

Sources & evidence · 8

Direct term-level sources and supporting source families.