Introduction to Media - Media Law 'The 180 degree rule'

Hello once again :)

Here is some basic information on the very common, yet difficult to understand rule that exists in the media industry. The 180 degree rule is to be followed 98% of the time in filming conversations between two people. If you break it bad effects will be caused and the characters will be talking to each other in the same way. Here is the rule:

 I hope this image is easy to read i basically shows that you should not film on either the right or the left side of the couple talking.

Here is another example of what it could look like breaking the rule:

As soon as you pass the 'line' you will make each character magically swap sides making the audience feel confused UNLESS, you use it intentionally for effect.

Hope this helps everyone thanks for reading :)

Jack