Film Studies: 180° Degree Rule

Film Language Glossary:

The 180° rule is a cinematography guideline that states that two characters in a scene should maintain the same left/right relationship to one another . When the camera passes over the invisible axis connecting the two subjects, it is called crossing the line and the shot becomes what is called a reverse angle. Reversing the angle is commonly thought to be disorienting and can distract the audience from the intent of the scene. The 180 degree rule is not a law, many notable filmmakers intentionally cross the line to achieve a desired effect that might support the stories narrative.

Also check: 180° Degree Rule (Wikipedia)
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/180_degree_rule

Also check: Cinematographer Style — The Art and Craft of Filmmaking.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0c6HSbI2Jm0

Also check: Christopher Doyle Masterclass in Cinematography
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iDMRB5cCrzY

Also Check: The Robert Rodriguez: 10 Minute Film School (The 1st & Original)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W-YpfievjSk

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[Differindividual]

awesome.

[ghostface072]

This is the best simplified explanation I've seen yet, thanks.

[chicho095]

thanks this helped alot, i have to film with my group in two days and they depend on me, thank you again!

[akbariw]

Good and informative video thanks.