Martini Shot
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Martini Shot is a Hollywood term that describes the final shot set-up of the day. According to Dave Knox, author of "Strike the Baby and Kill the Blond" the Martini Shot was so named because "the next shot is out of a glass", referring to a post-wrap drink. Book Website
Martini Shot is also the name of Rob Long's weekly short radio segment on KCRW in Los Angeles which covers the film industry. Website
Other Named Shots Include: The Abby Singer - The 2nd to last shot (named after an Assistant Director) The Marislasis - The 3rd to last shot (named for Elian Gonzales' Aunt) The Maya Angelou - The 4th to last shot (origin unknown) The Lou Nidus - The shot before lunch (origin unknown).
