over-the-shoulder shot

Over the Shoulder Shot (OSS)

Looking from behind a person at the subject, cutting off the frame just behind the ear. The person facing the subject should occupy about 1/3 of the frame.

This shot helps to establish the positions of each person, and get the feel of looking at one person from the other's point of view.

A variation of this shot can be a bit wider and include the shoulder of the person facing the subject.