Why Solo Scat Works

Solo clips are the largest category in independent scat by a wide margin. There are practical reasons – one person can film whenever she wants – but viewers also prefer them for reasons that have nothing to do with logistics.

Direct address

A solo performer talks to the camera, and that means to the viewer. Many solo clips are built entirely around that: instructions, teasing, explaining what is about to happen.

Control

The woman in a solo clip decides everything – angle, pace, outfit, ending. That shows: solo clips are often more consistent than scenes with partners.

What makes one stand out

Good light, a steady camera, sound that is not drowned by the room, and a preview that shows the actual scene. The most-watched row on the front page is a good reference for what works.

Related: solo camera angles.