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Record 1 2018-08-17

English

Subject field(s)
  • Audiovisual Journalism
  • Television Arts
  • Audiovisual Techniques and Equipment
DEF

The second of two film clips in a double chain.

CONT

In [a] television newsroom ..., the reels in a double chain are referred to not by number, but by the terms "A roll" and "B roll." The A roll may carry the main, or only, audio track, usually the interview or narration. If so, the B roll runs silent or carries only natural sound and is used to illustrate what is being said on the A roll.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Presse audiovisuelle
  • Télévision (Arts du spectacle)
  • Audiovisuel (techniques et équipement)

Spanish

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