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reverse shot

American  

noun

Movies.

  1. a shot that views the action from the opposite side of the previous shot, as during a conversation between two actors, giving the effect of looking from one actor to the other.

Etymology

Origin of reverse shot

First recorded in 1930–35

Example Sentences

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Mr. Strong recalled that Ms. Montgomery appeared to show no remorse shortly after her crime.

From New York Times • Jan. 11, 2021

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