Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
second-unit
Noun
/ˈsɛk.ənd ˈjuː.nɪt/
Definition
A term used in film and television production that refers to a secondary unit of a film crew that is responsible for shooting certain scenes without the primary cast or crew.
Examples
- The second-unit director worked late into the night to capture the stunning landscape shots.
- In many blockbuster films, the second unit is crucial for capturing the dynamic action sequences.
Meaning
The second unit typically focuses on action scenes, stunts, or establishing shots to allow the primary unit to concentrate on the main narrative.
Synonyms
- secondary unit
- second unit production
- stunt unit
