Ever been on a film set and felt like everyone was speaking a foreign language? Hollywood is notorious for its insider lingo. If you want to navigate the backlot like a pro, you'll need to master the slang. From quirky equipment names to cryptic production terms, here's your ultimate guide to cracking the code of Hollywood-speak.Check it out below. A Complete List of Hollywood SlangAbby Singer: The second-to-last shot of a filming day.ADR (Automated Dialogue Replacement): Re-recording dialogue in post-production.Apple Box: Wooden boxes used for set building, positioning actors, and various equipment needs.Above the line: Budget for key creative personnel (director, producer, major stars).Back nine: Traditionally, the second half of an 18-hole golf game; where production deals are often made.Backlot: A studio-owned outdoor area with permanent sets or space to build them.Banana: A curved lighting stand.Beat: A brief pause or change in an actor's delivery for dramatic effect.Beat Sheet: A basic outline of a screenplay, listing key plot points and scenes.Below the line: Budget for technical crew and production costs.Best Boy: Assistant to either the key grip or the gaffer (chief electrician).Bible: A comprehensive document outlining the world, characters, and overall arc of a television series.Blocking: Planned physical movements of actors within a scene.Blue/Green Screen: Large colored backdrops used for visual effects (actors are filmed in front of them, and the screen is replaced in post-production).Boilerplate: Standard legal language used in contracts.Bounce: Reflecting light with a white board or similar to soften the source.B-roll: Supplemental footage used to establish setting...
Published By: NoFilmSchool - Tuesday, 19 March, 2024