What is the difference between a focus mark and an actor's mark?

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As I understand it, camera men generally discriminate between a "focus mark" and an actor's mark or "land". Is the idea that a land is just where the talent goes when they are not the subject, but a focus mark is where they go when they are the subject?

For example, if the lead is red and there is a red mark put down, then why would we need a separate pink mark for focus? Why not just focus on the lands?






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What are marks in television?

Whether you're acting, standing-in, or modeling for print, your \u201cmark\u201d is the exact spot your feet (and body) must be for your performance. So when you are standing \u201con your mark,\u201d you are in the place the director, casting director or other production crew members have instructed you to stand.

How do you make T Marks?

Open the movie page by tapping the title or movie poster. 3. Press the check mark underneath the movie title. It will turn green and you'll see the date you marked as watched to the left indicating that you have seen the movie.



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