SINGLE-CAMERA

A television show that is shot more like a feature film, using one or two cameras with several setups for each scene , rather than recording all the action from multiple cameras. Most dramas are single-camera; most comedies are three-camera . «Sex and the City» and «Malcolm in the Middle» are examples of comedies that are shot single-camera.

Источник: Glossary | A ton of useful information about screenwriting from screenwriter John August.

CHARACTER

Essentially, any person in a story who does or says something. It’s the addition of unique and meaningful details that elevates a character beyond purely functional status.

Источник: Glossary | A ton of useful information about screenwriting from screenwriter John August.

QUEST

The journey a hero takes to achieve his goal. Sometimes the quest is literal (take this ring to Mordor; win the cheerleading championship). In other stories, the quest is more abstract (improve the relationship with your brother).

Источник: Glossary | A ton of useful information about screenwriting from screenwriter John August.

SCREENPLAY

A script written to be a feature film (or possibly a made-for-television movie).

Источник: Glossary | A ton of useful information about screenwriting from screenwriter John August.

EYE CANDY

Something on-screen that is meant to be looked at and ogled, but rarely has anything to do with the development of the story. Examples include big pyrotechnic explosions, cool CG effects and gorgeous alien vistas.

Источник: Glossary | A ton of useful information about screenwriting from screenwriter John August.