{"id":459367,"date":"2025-06-03T01:56:49","date_gmt":"2025-06-03T01:56:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/?p=459367"},"modified":"2025-06-03T01:56:49","modified_gmt":"2025-06-03T01:56:49","slug":"what-is-the-longest-single-shots","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-the-longest-single-shots\/","title":{"rendered":"What is the longest single shots?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_67_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-the-longest-single-shots\/#The_Art_of_the_Unbroken_Take_Exploring_the_World_of_Longest_Single_Shots\" title=\"The Art of the Unbroken Take: Exploring the World of Longest Single Shots\">The Art of the Unbroken Take: Exploring the World of Longest Single Shots<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-the-longest-single-shots\/#Understanding_the_One-Shot_Wonder\" title=\"Understanding the One-Shot Wonder\">Understanding the One-Shot Wonder<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-the-longest-single-shots\/#The_Magic_Behind_the_Curtain_How_Long_Takes_are_Achieved\" title=\"The Magic Behind the Curtain: How Long Takes are Achieved\">The Magic Behind the Curtain: How Long Takes are Achieved<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-the-longest-single-shots\/#1_Pre-Production_Planning\" title=\"1. Pre-Production Planning\">1. Pre-Production Planning<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-the-longest-single-shots\/#2_Rehearsals_Rehearsals_Rehearsals\" title=\"2. Rehearsals, Rehearsals, Rehearsals\">2. Rehearsals, Rehearsals, Rehearsals<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-the-longest-single-shots\/#3_Technical_Expertise\" title=\"3. Technical Expertise\">3. Technical Expertise<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-the-longest-single-shots\/#4_Post-Production_Polish\" title=\"4. Post-Production Polish\">4. Post-Production Polish<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-the-longest-single-shots\/#The_Allure_of_the_One-Shot_Why_Filmmakers_Take_the_Plunge\" title=\"The Allure of the One-Shot: Why Filmmakers Take the Plunge\">The Allure of the One-Shot: Why Filmmakers Take the Plunge<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-the-longest-single-shots\/#Beyond_Russian_Ark_Notable_Long_Takes_in_Film_History\" title=\"Beyond Russian Ark: Notable Long Takes in Film History\">Beyond Russian Ark: Notable Long Takes in Film History<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-the-longest-single-shots\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs_About_Long_Takes\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Long Takes\">Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Long Takes<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-the-longest-single-shots\/#1_What_exactly_defines_a_%E2%80%9Csingle_shot%E2%80%9D\" title=\"1. What exactly defines a &#8220;single shot&#8221;?\">1. What exactly defines a &#8220;single shot&#8221;?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-the-longest-single-shots\/#2_Is_1917_really_shot_in_one_take\" title=\"2. Is 1917 really shot in one take?\">2. Is 1917 really shot in one take?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-the-longest-single-shots\/#3_How_long_was_the_longest_shot_in_1917\" title=\"3. How long was the longest shot in 1917?\">3. How long was the longest shot in 1917?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-the-longest-single-shots\/#4_What_are_the_biggest_challenges_in_filming_a_long_take\" title=\"4. What are the biggest challenges in filming a long take?\">4. What are the biggest challenges in filming a long take?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-the-longest-single-shots\/#5_What_is_the_point_of_using_long_takes_in_a_film\" title=\"5. What is the point of using long takes in a film?\">5. What is the point of using long takes in a film?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-the-longest-single-shots\/#6_Whats_the_difference_between_a_long_take_and_a_tracking_shot\" title=\"6. What&#8217;s the difference between a long take and a tracking shot?\">6. What&#8217;s the difference between a long take and a tracking shot?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-the-longest-single-shots\/#7_Has_CGI_made_long_takes_easier_to_achieve\" title=\"7. Has CGI made long takes easier to achieve?\">7. Has CGI made long takes easier to achieve?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-the-longest-single-shots\/#8_Who_is_considered_the_master_of_the_long_take\" title=\"8. Who is considered the master of the long take?\">8. Who is considered the master of the long take?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-the-longest-single-shots\/#9_Does_the_use_of_long_takes_always_improve_a_film\" title=\"9. Does the use of long takes always improve a film?\">9. Does the use of long takes always improve a film?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-the-longest-single-shots\/#10_Are_there_any_examples_of_long_takes_in_television\" title=\"10. Are there any examples of long takes in television?\">10. Are there any examples of long takes in television?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-the-longest-single-shots\/#11_What_is_the_shortest_unbroken_shot_in_1917\" title=\"11. What is the shortest unbroken shot in 1917?\">11. What is the shortest unbroken shot in 1917?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-the-longest-single-shots\/#12_How_many_extras_were_used_in_Extraction_2_OneShot\" title=\"12. How many extras were used in Extraction 2 OneShot?\">12. How many extras were used in Extraction 2 OneShot?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-the-longest-single-shots\/#13_How_long_was_the_OneShot_in_extraction_2\" title=\"13. How long was the OneShot in extraction 2?\">13. How long was the OneShot in extraction 2?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-the-longest-single-shots\/#14_What_can_be_done_with_a_one-shot\" title=\"14. What can be done with a one-shot?\">14. What can be done with a one-shot?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-the-longest-single-shots\/#15_What_are_the_benefits_of_one-shot_films\" title=\"15. What are the benefits of one-shot films?\">15. What are the benefits of one-shot films?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-the-longest-single-shots\/#The_Future_of_the_Unbroken_Shot\" title=\"The Future of the Unbroken Shot\">The Future of the Unbroken Shot<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Art_of_the_Unbroken_Take_Exploring_the_World_of_Longest_Single_Shots\"><\/span>The Art of the Unbroken Take: Exploring the World of Longest Single Shots<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<p>The longest single shot in a movie is a tricky question to answer definitively, as the record shifts and depends on how &#8220;shot&#8221; is defined (e.g., are digitally stitched segments still considered one shot?). However, <strong>Aleksandr Sokurov&#8217;s <em>Russian Ark<\/strong><\/em> (2002) is widely recognized and celebrated for being filmed in one, unbroken, <strong>96-minute<\/strong> single shot. It&#8217;s a phenomenal technical achievement that blends art, history, and cinema in a way few films have attempted. Other contenders exist, but <em>Russian Ark<\/em> remains a benchmark for ambition and execution in the realm of the uninterrupted cinematic gaze. This article will delve deeper into the world of longest single takes, exploring various examples, the challenges involved, and the artistic impact of this ambitious filmmaking technique.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Understanding_the_One-Shot_Wonder\"><\/span>Understanding the One-Shot Wonder<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The &#8220;one-shot&#8221; or &#8220;<strong>long take<\/strong>&#8221; (also known as plan-sequence) isn&#8217;t just about length; it&#8217;s about creating a sense of <strong>immersion<\/strong> and <strong>real-time experience<\/strong> for the viewer. By eliminating cuts, filmmakers force audiences to actively participate in the unfolding drama, following characters and events within a continuous, unbroken timeframe. This requires meticulous planning, seamless choreography, and a degree of daring that few productions are willing to embrace. The challenge is immense, and the potential rewards, in terms of artistic impact and audience engagement, are equally significant.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Magic_Behind_the_Curtain_How_Long_Takes_are_Achieved\"><\/span>The Magic Behind the Curtain: How Long Takes are Achieved<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Pulling off a long take is an enormous undertaking. Here are some elements that go into making it:<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Pre-Production_Planning\"><\/span>1. Pre-Production Planning<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Months, sometimes years, of planning are required. Every actor movement, camera position, lighting change, and set detail must be mapped out precisely.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Rehearsals_Rehearsals_Rehearsals\"><\/span>2. Rehearsals, Rehearsals, Rehearsals<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Actors need to know their marks and lines perfectly, and the camera operator becomes a dancer, moving seamlessly through the environment.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Technical_Expertise\"><\/span>3. Technical Expertise<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The camera and equipment need to be top-notch. A single mistake can ruin the entire shot, sending everyone back to square one.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Post-Production_Polish\"><\/span>4. Post-Production Polish<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Even seemingly &#8220;unbroken&#8221; shots often involve digital stitching to seamlessly connect takes, allowing for slight resets or corrections. <em>1917<\/em>, while presented as a one-shot, masterfully employs this technique.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Allure_of_the_One-Shot_Why_Filmmakers_Take_the_Plunge\"><\/span>The Allure of the One-Shot: Why Filmmakers Take the Plunge<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Why go through all the trouble? The long take serves several important purposes:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Heightened Realism:<\/strong> Immerses the viewer in the scene, creating a sense of immediacy.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Emotional Impact:<\/strong> Builds tension and allows emotions to unfold organically, without the disruption of cuts.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Showmanship:<\/strong> Demonstrates technical prowess and artistic ambition.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Unique Perspective:<\/strong> Guides the audience through the narrative in a way that traditional editing cannot.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Beyond_Russian_Ark_Notable_Long_Takes_in_Film_History\"><\/span>Beyond <em>Russian Ark<\/em>: Notable Long Takes in Film History<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>While <em>Russian Ark<\/em> holds the record for the longest single shot in a feature film, here are a few other exemplary examples that showcase the effectiveness of the long take:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Goodfellas (1990):<\/strong> Scorsese&#8217;s iconic Copacabana sequence is a masterclass in building tension and establishing character.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Touch of Evil (1958):<\/strong> Welles&#8217; opening shot is a dazzling display of camera movement and narrative economy.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Children of Men (2006):<\/strong> Cuar\u00f3n uses long takes to create a visceral sense of chaos and despair.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Birdman (2014):<\/strong> I\u00f1\u00e1rritu seamlessly stitches together several long takes to create the illusion of a single, unbroken narrative.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Extraction 2 (2023):<\/strong> The exhilarating 21-minute prison escape sequence pushes the boundaries of action filmmaking and exemplifies the effective use of a long take to intensify the audience experience.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs_About_Long_Takes\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Long Takes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_What_exactly_defines_a_%E2%80%9Csingle_shot%E2%80%9D\"><\/span>1. What exactly defines a &#8220;single shot&#8221;?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>A single shot is a continuous piece of filming, without any cuts or edits. However, some filmmakers use digital stitching to seamlessly join multiple takes, creating the <em>illusion<\/em> of a single shot.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Is_1917_really_shot_in_one_take\"><\/span>2. Is <em>1917<\/em> really shot in one take?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>No. While <em>1917<\/em> appears to be a single, continuous shot, it&#8217;s actually composed of numerous tracking shots skillfully stitched together in post-production. This technique allowed the filmmakers to maintain the visual impact of a long take while still allowing for resets and corrections.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_How_long_was_the_longest_shot_in_1917\"><\/span>3. How long was the longest shot in <em>1917<\/em>?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The longest single continuous shot in <em>1917<\/em> was approximately 8 1\/2 minutes long.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_What_are_the_biggest_challenges_in_filming_a_long_take\"><\/span>4. What are the biggest challenges in filming a long take?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The challenges are numerous and include: perfect actor performances, precise camera movements, flawless technical execution (lighting, sound, etc.), and the immense pressure of getting everything right in a single take.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_What_is_the_point_of_using_long_takes_in_a_film\"><\/span>5. What is the point of using long takes in a film?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Long takes can enhance realism, build tension, immerse the audience, and demonstrate technical skill. They also allow filmmakers to control the audience&#8217;s focus and guide them through the narrative in a unique way.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Whats_the_difference_between_a_long_take_and_a_tracking_shot\"><\/span>6. What&#8217;s the difference between a long take and a tracking shot?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>A long take is any uninterrupted shot of significant length. A tracking shot is a specific type of long take where the camera follows a moving subject. Not all long takes are tracking shots, but all tracking shots are long takes.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Has_CGI_made_long_takes_easier_to_achieve\"><\/span>7. Has CGI made long takes easier to achieve?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, CGI can be used to digitally remove imperfections, stitch together takes seamlessly, and even add elements to the scene, making long takes more feasible and polished.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Who_is_considered_the_master_of_the_long_take\"><\/span>8. Who is considered the master of the long take?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>There&#8217;s no single &#8220;master,&#8221; but filmmakers like Orson Welles, Alfred Hitchcock, Martin Scorsese, Alfonso Cuar\u00f3n, and Alejandro G. I\u00f1\u00e1rritu are all known for their innovative and impactful use of long takes.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Does_the_use_of_long_takes_always_improve_a_film\"><\/span>9. Does the use of long takes always improve a film?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Not necessarily. A long take should serve a purpose and enhance the storytelling. If it&#8217;s used gratuitously or without a clear artistic vision, it can feel self-indulgent and detract from the film.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Are_there_any_examples_of_long_takes_in_television\"><\/span>10. Are there any examples of long takes in television?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, many television shows have utilized long takes, often to create a sense of urgency or realism. Examples include episodes of <em>ER<\/em>, <em>The West Wing<\/em>, and <em>True Detective<\/em>.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_What_is_the_shortest_unbroken_shot_in_1917\"><\/span>11. What is the shortest unbroken shot in 1917?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>According to Mendes, the shortest unbroken shot was 39 seconds long.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_How_many_extras_were_used_in_Extraction_2_OneShot\"><\/span>12. How many extras were used in Extraction 2 OneShot?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>&#8216;Extraction 2&#8217; Used 400 Extras to Pull Off That Insane 21-Minute One-Take Action Scene.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"13_How_long_was_the_OneShot_in_extraction_2\"><\/span>13. How long was the OneShot in extraction 2?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The length of the OneShot in Extraction 2 was 21 minutes.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"14_What_can_be_done_with_a_one-shot\"><\/span>14. What can be done with a one-shot?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>A one-shot is a short literary work that is over 100 words and can stretch on for however long you like.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"15_What_are_the_benefits_of_one-shot_films\"><\/span>15. What are the benefits of one-shot films?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>One-shot films can enhance realism, build tension, and immerse the audience in the story. They can also demonstrate technical skill and create a unique viewing experience.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Future_of_the_Unbroken_Shot\"><\/span>The Future of the Unbroken Shot<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>As technology continues to evolve, we can expect to see even more ambitious and innovative uses of long takes in film and television. Filmmakers will likely push the boundaries of what&#8217;s possible, creating increasingly immersive and breathtaking cinematic experiences. Whether these are truly &#8220;unbroken&#8221; or cleverly stitched together is almost beside the point; the artistry and impact of the illusion are what truly matter.<\/p>\n<p>And if you want to discuss the use of long takes in storytelling, or how it can influence how viewers learn from media, you can visit <strong>Games Learning Society<\/strong> at <strong>https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Art of the Unbroken Take: Exploring the World of Longest Single Shots The longest single shot in a movie is a tricky question to answer definitively, as the record shifts and depends on how &#8220;shot&#8221; is defined (e.g., are digitally stitched segments still considered one shot?). However, Aleksandr Sokurov&#8217;s Russian Ark (2002) is widely &#8230; <a title=\"What is the longest single shots?\" class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-the-longest-single-shots\/\" aria-label=\"More on What is the longest single shots?\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[3],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-459367","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-blog"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/459367","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=459367"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/459367\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=459367"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=459367"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=459367"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}