Film Studies

Recognizing Shot Types

Starter

• Last Lesson Key Words

• What is:• Genre• Mise-en-scene

Todays Objectives

• WALT– The variety of different camera shots used.– Methods of moving camera– The impact it can have for audience.

• WILF– Students to explain the differences between camera

shots.– How to move the camera and why what impact it has.– What these camera shots can convey and

atmosphere they can.

Mid Shot POV ShotOver the

Shoulder ShotWide Shot

Big Close Up

(BCU)

Cutaway Two ShotClose Up

Moving on a tripod

• All static shots will be on a tripod

• A tripod shot can be moved:

• Up and down is called a TILT

• A movement left to right is called a PAN

Camera Movement

• Static – this could include • Cinematic

– Tracking Shots– Jib or Crane

• Steadicam• Hand-held – often documentary styled.• Unusual camera shots

– Trombone– Cantered Angle

Impact

• What are these shots conveying to the audience?

• How are they developing the scene?

• How are the characters emotions conveyed to the audience visually.

Editing