Includes bibliographical references and index.

Part I. The fundamentals of shooting a scene -- Directing the camera -- The three non-camera related elements that affect coverage -- The director's visual toolkit -- Using the toolkit -- Putting it all together -- Planning tools -- Shooting for the editing room -- Common coverage mistakes -- Director's steps in creating a shooting plan --
Part II. Adding style and tackling coverage challenges -- Style, vision, and artistry -- Applying style to coverage -- Challenging scenes -- Shooting efficiently and effectively -- Multiple cameras -- Tips, tricks, and pointers -- Coverage collaborators --Part III. Advanced coverage -- Scenes with complex elements: non-action -- Scenes with complex elements: action -- Scenes with complex elements: visual effects -- Coverage into the future.

This book provides a comprehensive guide to the art and craft of coverage for film directors and filmmakers. It explains how to plan, shoot, and edit scenes effectively, exploring both the technical and creative aspects of coverage. Topics include directing the camera, using the director’s visual toolkit, applying style, tackling coverage challenges, and handling complex scenes with action or visual effects. Practical tips, planning tools, and strategies for efficient shooting are also included.