INT. WHITE HOUSE/OVAL OFFICE – DAY

President Obama drops his eyes down to his mobile phone. He begins texting.

PHONE SCREEN

PRESIDENT OBAMA (V.O.)
America’s indigenous people must be respected.

BACK TO SCENE

President Obama looks up from his phone. His eyes stop on an Indian Chief’s headdress leaning next to a photo of Cheyenne Chief Black Kettle.

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When showing something like this, it is vital that you have a voice over to read it to the audience. This approach makes it easier for the audience to follow, rather than squint their eyes trying to read the text. This can be unpleasant for the audience, and you could lose them.

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