close-up
This shot focuses heavily on the face or a object, normally blurring
out the background to have a deeper focus. This is often used to add emphasis
to a scene or image.
Extreme close-up
This shot fits the whole frame of a photo, and you can
only see a certain feature within the frame, for instance a human feature that focuses
solely on the eyes.
Long shot
Mid shot
This shot is where the camera focuses on a figure from the
waist and up, or an object with little zoom.The background goes a blurry and
focuses on the characters facial expressions.
High Angle
This shot is similar to a birds eye view, but instead of
using a helicopter to get an overview of the scene, a crane is used to elevate
the camera,and then focus on filming something at ground level.
Low Angle
This shots are filmed at ground level and are used commonly
when filming action scenes. This adds the effect of anxiousness for the
character on screen, and fear, because the effect is used to build up tension
for a scene.This type shot would be used for example when; a character has to
jump from one building to another, or from one building to the ground.
POV
(Point Of View) Shot
This shot is in the perspective of a character within
thefilm, it is as if the audience are experiencing everything the character goes
through within that scene. It is a technique used to make the audience feel
like they are part of the film, and actually are the main character.
Over The
Shoulder
This shot is used to show the perspective of a character, as
if they are being watched or followed by somebody.The purpose of this type shot
is to engage the audience as if they are in the presence of the characters.
Establishing
Shot
This shot is normally used in the beginning of the movie and
when a new scene is taking place.This designed to show the audience where the
action is going to be set next.
