Analysis Of Match-On-Action

This is an example of a Match-On-Action. Match-On-Action Shots are used to ensure that Continuity is used throughout the whole footage. Match-On-Action also has to stick to the 180° Rule so as not to confuse the audience. These shots may have been shot hours apart, but with the right editing, they flow continuously, which does not confuse the audience. The rhythm and timing must match between the two shots. For example, if a character walks off screen right in one shot, walking slowly and peacefully; shot two should be of the character entering from screen left, also walking slowly and peacefully. This is a good Match-On-Action shot, as opposed to shot two having the person enter from screen left running and panicked. This is not a Match-On-Action, and does not demonstrate Continuity, so would confuse the audience.