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The process of planning the positions and movements of actors and cameras. In action scenes, this ensures clarity and coherence for the audience.

The art of creating and designing fight sequences that are safe, convincing, and engaging for viewers. Often involves martial arts experts or stunt coordinators.

A technique that condenses time, space, and information through a series of short shots edited into a sequence to convey progress over time or buildup to action.

A cinematic technique where time appears to be slowed down. It is used in action scenes to emphasize a moment, draw attention to detail, or heighten emotional impact.

A technique used to capture extremely fast actions by filming at a higher frame rate. In post-production, it can make fast action viewable in slow motion without blur.

An editing technique where two or more scenes are intercut to establish simultaneous actions or parallel narratives. Increases tension and pacing in action scenes.

A camera move that circles around the subject. In action scenes, it creates a dynamic and immersive effect, showing the action from every angle.

Physical effects created on-set without CGI, like explosions, squibs, or weather events. Ensures realistic and tangible action sequences.

A guideline for camera placement to maintain spatial consistency. It keeps all camera angles on one side of an imaginary line, preventing disorienting the audience during action.

A cinematography rule stating that the camera should move at least 30 degrees between shots of the same subject to ensure a visible difference and avoid jump cuts.

The use of computer-generated imagery and effects to create or enhance action scenes that would be impossible, dangerous, or too expensive to shoot live.

A professional trained to perform stunts that are too dangerous or difficult for actors. Ensures safety while providing convincing action.

The technique of holding the camera by hand to create an unsteady, documentary feel. Adds intensity and realism to action sequences.

A stunt technique using wires to simulate leaping, flying, or enhanced motion. It gives characters superhuman abilities and dynamic movements in action sequences.

A scene involving pursuit that maintains high tension throughout. Requires careful choreography and precise blocking to be both exciting and believable.

A continuous, uninterrupted shot that captures the entire action or scene. It acts as a reference for coverage and is used to establish the setting and participants in action.

A close-up shot of a detail within a scene. In action sequences, it's used to draw attention to specific elements like a weapon, a hand gesture, or an expression.

Shots taken from above, using cranes, drones, or helicopters. They provide a grand and expansive view of action scenes, highlighting the scope and geography.

A camera angle where the horizon line is tilted to one side. Creates a sense of disorientation and unease, often used in action scenes with psychological tension.