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3x3 Cinematic Contact Sheet Generator

The prompt instructs the model to analyze an input image for key subjects and their relationships, then generate a cohesive 3x3 grid 'Cinematic Contact Sheet' with 9 distinct camer…

PROMPT 

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Analyze the entire composition of the input image. Identify ALL key subjects present (whether it's a single person, a group/couple, a vehicle, or a specific object) and their spatial relationship/interaction.
Generate a cohesive 3x3 grid "Cinematic Contact Sheet" featuring 9 distinct camera shots of exactly these subjects in the same environment.
You must adapt the standard cinematic shot types to fit the content (e.g., if a group, keep the group together; if an object, frame the whole object):

**Row 1 (Establishing Context):**
1. **Extreme Long Shot (ELS):** The subject(s) are seen small within the vast environment.
2. **Long Shot (LS):** The complete subject(s) or group is visible from top to bottom (head to toe / wheels to roof).
3. **Medium Long Shot (American/3-4):** Framed from knees up (for people) or a 3/4 view (for objects).

**Row 2 (The Core Coverage):**
4. **Medium Shot (MS):** Framed from the waist up (or the central core of the object). Focus on interaction/action.
5. **Medium Close-Up (MCU):** Framed from chest up. Intimate framing of the main subject(s).
6. **Close-Up (CU):** Tight framing on the face(s) or the "front" of the object.

**Row 3 (Details & Angles):**
7. **Extreme Close-Up (ECU):** Macro detail focusing intensely on a key feature (eyes, hands, logo, texture).
8. **Low Angle Shot (Worm's Eye):** Looking up at the subject(s) from the ground (imposing/heroic).
9. **High Angle Shot (Bird's Eye):** Looking down on the subject(s) from above.

Ensure strict consistency: The same people/objects, same clothes, and same lighting across all 9 panels. The depth of field should shift realistically (bokeh in close-ups).
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A professional 3x3 cinematic storyboard grid containing 9 panels.
The grid showcases the specific subjects/scene from the input image in a comprehensive range of focal lengths.
**Top Row:** Wide environmental shot, Full view, 3/4 cut.
**Middle Row:** Waist-up view, Chest-up view, Face/Front close-up.
**Bottom Row:** Macro detail, Low Angle, High Angle.
All frames feature photorealistic textures, consistent cinematic color grading, and correct framing for the specific number of subjects or objects analyzed.

REQUIRED CONTEXT

  • input image

ROLES & RULES

  1. Analyze the entire composition of the input image.
  2. Identify ALL key subjects present (whether it's a single person, a group/couple, a vehicle, or a specific object) and their spatial relationship/interaction.
  3. Generate a cohesive 3x3 grid "Cinematic Contact Sheet" featuring 9 distinct camera shots of exactly these subjects in the same environment.
  4. You must adapt the standard cinematic shot types to fit the content (e.g., if a group, keep the group together; if an object, frame the whole object).
  5. Ensure strict consistency: The same people/objects, same clothes, and same lighting across all 9 panels.
  6. The depth of field should shift realistically (bokeh in close-ups).

EXPECTED OUTPUT

Format
image_prompt
Schema
grid · 1. Extreme Long Shot (ELS), 2. Long Shot (LS), 3. Medium Long Shot (American/3-4), 4. Medium Shot (MS), 5. Medium Close-Up (MCU), 6. Close-Up (CU), 7. Extreme Close-Up (ECU), 8. Low Angle Shot (Worm's Eye), 9. High Angle Shot (Bird's Eye)
Constraints
  • 3x3 grid with 9 specific shots
  • strict consistency in subjects, clothes, lighting, environment
  • adapt shots to fit subjects (people, groups, objects)
  • photorealistic textures and cinematic color grading
  • depth of field shifts with bokeh in close-ups

SUCCESS CRITERIA

  • Accurately identify all key subjects and their relationships.
  • Generate exactly 9 distinct camera shots in a 3x3 grid.
  • Maintain strict consistency across all panels in subjects, clothes, lighting.
  • Apply appropriate framing and depth of field for each shot type.
  • Produce photorealistic, cinematic quality panels.

FAILURE MODES

  • Incorrectly identifying or omitting key subjects.
  • Inconsistent depiction of subjects across panels.
  • Using wrong framing or shot compositions.
  • Lacking realistic depth of field or cinematic grading.
  • Generating shots outside the specified 3x3 structure.

CAVEATS

Dependencies
  • input image
Missing context
  • Grid layout details (e.g., panel borders, labels, aspect ratio).
  • Exact output format (e.g., single image, code for grid).
Ambiguities
  • Unclear handling of multiple disconnected subjects beyond keeping groups together.
  • 'Key feature' for ECU is subjective without prioritization criteria.

QUALITY

OVERALL
0.91
CLARITY
0.92
SPECIFICITY
0.95
REUSABILITY
0.88
COMPLETENESS
0.90

IMPROVEMENT SUGGESTIONS

  • Specify criteria for selecting ECU key feature (e.g., most expressive or defining).
  • Add example adaptations for non-human subjects (e.g., car ECU on grille).
  • Include parameters for grid styling (e.g., black borders, numbered panels).

USAGE

Copy the prompt above and paste it into your AI of choice — Claude, ChatGPT, Gemini, or anywhere else you're working. Replace any placeholder sections with your own context, then ask for the output.

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