Cinematography

 What is Cinematography?

Cinematography is different techniques used to connect the viewer to the story 

List of some Shot Types used in films 

1. close up - frames an actors face 

• expresses an significant emotion
• identifies a moment of extreme importance in the story

2. pov shot - viewer sees in the characters perspective 

• understand the characters feelings and action

3. establishing shot - shows the setting of a scene while showing the subject from a distance 

• connects characters physical and emotional relationship to the environment 

List of some Angles used in films

1. high angle shot - looking down at the subject at an angle 

• used to show weakness in a character and a lack of importance 

2. eye level shot - looking straight at the subject 

• gives the audience a sense of realism 

3. low angle shot - shot at a low angle from a subject that fills a big space of the screen 

• shows importance 

List of Movements used in films 

1. tracking - camera follows the subject

• used to make you feel what the character feels 

2. panning - camera moves horizontally ( left to right) 

• used to make you feel what the character feels 

3. hand held - used so the audience could feel like their experiencing it 

• creates anxiety 

Example of different Angles