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

Screen direction

ELI5

The apparent direction of movement or looking within the frame, used to preserve or deliberately disrupt spatial clarity.

Used in conversation

“Let’s work on the screen direction 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.

Connected terms

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