Confirms the emotion through a character's reaction right after an event.
When to use it
Surprise or laughter at a product's effect, a linking shot when the location changes a lot.
One-click prompt
Reaction shot, close-up of a boy at a birthday table as the cake is carried in, his eyes widen and a huge grin spreads, candlelight flickering on his face, blurred balloons behind, locked-off camera, 85mm lens, warm joyful mood, 4-second shot.
Tell the AI like this
reaction shot, close-up, her eyes widen and she smiles
Shot Reverse Shot: How to Shoot Reaction Shots and Film Coverage You Need (GoT Scene Study) — Explainer: From 1:42, it analyzes how a reaction shot confirms the emotion in a Game of Thrones scene.Editing Tricks: Reaction Shots — Explainer: It explains with scene examples when to place a reaction shot in the edit.