Over-the-shoulder shot
Also called OTS, over the shoulder, over
An over-the-shoulder shot looks past one character at another, so the nearer person's head and shoulder appear at the edge of the frame.
It is a staple for filming conversations and is often shortened to OTS.
In use
We'll shoot the OTS on you first, then turn around.
Last updated 4 Oct 2026
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