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Camera ShotsExtreme Long Shotused as a scene-setting,
establishing shot. Shows the audience what they can expect from
that location. For instance if the shot showed a picture of the
white house then, it can be assumed that the film will make
reference to the American politics.
Mid shotContains a figure from the knees/waist up and is
normally used for dialogue scenes, or to show some detail of
action.
Close upA certain feature or part of the subject takes up the
whole frame.Everything else is just a blur in the background. This
shot magnifies the object. This shot highlights the importance of
that detail, it would probably have significance and be linked
later on in the film.
High angle shotA shot looking down on a character or subject
often isolating them in the frame. Making them seem as a less
important character or showing that they have lower status/power
within their group/gang.
Low angleA shot looking up at a character/subject often making
them look bigger in the frame. It can make everyone look heroic
and/or dominant. This highlights their level of power and authority
which they have.
Two ShotA shot of two people, framed similarly to a mid shot.
Usually showing their conversation, and body language.
Over the shoulderA shot where the camera is positioned behind
one subject's shoulder, usually during a conversation. It
highlights the characters facial expression so that the audience
get a greater understanding of the emotion of the character.
Extreme close upWould show only the mouth or eyes, with no
background detail whatsoever. This is a very artificial shot, and
can be used for dramatic effect. This shot highlights the
importance of that detail, it would probably have significance and
be linked later on in the film
Point of viewThis is shot which the view point as if the camera
was actually the characters eyes. Used frequently in horror and
thriller films, right before someone is killed or something bad
occurs in the narrative.
A shot that depicts an entire character or object from head to
foot, often shows a bit of the scenery also.
