Shot (secondary heading or sub-scene)—This element can be used to break up a master scene by emphasizing something specific, showing the passing of time or indicating another location within the main scene.
Formatting
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Flush with the left margin (1.5"). |
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Right margin is approximately 1.0" from the right edge of the page and staggered. |
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ALL CAPS. |
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One blank line (double-spaced) above each new Shot. |
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Never at the bottom of a page. |
EXAMPLE:
INT. GRANNY ALTHEA'S CAFE - DAY
The diner is full to capacity. The UNSHAVEN MAN sits at the counter. Staring at the gold amulet in front of him, steaming coffee untouched.
WAITRESS
Anything else? Sir, can I get you
anything else?
UNSHAVEN MAN
(palming the amulet)
No.
LATER
The Unshaven Man sits. Coffee no longer steaming, still untouched.
