Camera shots and angles by Karen Schwabe https://padlet.com/schwabek/yz1woaz6qbeq Think about the types of shots and angles commonly used in each genre. Add to each column. en-us 2018-02-06 19:21:46 UTC 2018-02-06 23:10:50 UTC hello@padlet.com Rose-elle, Katelyn, Breigh https://padlet.com/schwabek/yz1woaz6qbeq/wish/228885639 Different shots and angles used in horror films.

Close Up Shot- Close up shots are generally used in horror films to emphasis the reaction of a character.
High Angle Shot- This shot is generally used to make the character look powerless and vulnerable.
Reverse Shot- This shot builds up suspense and can signify flashbacks.
Tilted Angle- This shot shows dramatic tension and can easily signify a supernatural being or pushing, or movement of the camera.
Long Shot- This shot is used to establish the setting of the film. This will put the audience into perspective of what the film will be about.
Low Angles- A low angle shot is used to emphasis how scary, powerful and intimidating a 'villain' is.
Hand Held Camera Shot- This shot is generally used to add a sense of reality to make the film more realistic.
Point of view- This is a shot used to show the audience what the character is going through and why the character was showing these emotions during close up shots.
Zoom- This adds dramatic effect and creates an element of suspense and fear.
Over the shoulder- This shot builds tension by bringing a fear of something behind the character or about to jump out  at the character. This shot can also set a scene so the audience can see the character interacting with the environment. 

]]> 2018-02-06 22:18:45 UTC https://padlet.com/schwabek/yz1woaz6qbeq/wish/228885639 Ellie, Jade and Ella https://padlet.com/schwabek/yz1woaz6qbeq/wish/228886063 Popular shots and angles used in drama films.

Close up shot - 
This shot is used to emphasise certain expressions and emotions of a characters

Long shot -
A long shot is used to show the setting and the surroundings of the character.

High angle -
This angle is typically used to gain perspective or to show that an object/character has more power than another.

Over the shoulder shot -
To give the audience an incite to a specific characters perspective/POV during a scene. ]]> 2018-02-06 22:21:05 UTC https://padlet.com/schwabek/yz1woaz6qbeq/wish/228886063 Mila Tyra Ruby https://padlet.com/schwabek/yz1woaz6qbeq/wish/228886209 A common film shot used in documentaries is panning. This shows the setting and/or the subject of the documentary.

Mid shot - this shot is used in many documentaries, usually when an interview is taking place.

Establishing shot - this shot portrays the setting of the film. It's usually used in the introduction of the film to show the location.

Hidden camera shot - 

Long shot - shows the scale of an object and in some cases]]> 2018-02-06 22:21:40 UTC https://padlet.com/schwabek/yz1woaz6qbeq/wish/228886209 Bethany https://padlet.com/schwabek/yz1woaz6qbeq/wish/228886326 birds eye view - for making an object look powerless and vulnerable.
Tracking/panning shots- to make out that the character is being followed or watched, also used to establish the scene 
tilted angle - to symbolise a supernatural being or is can also be used to symbolise a victim on the floor
Low angle -to emphasise just how scary or intimidating a being is.
hand held camera shot - to add a sense of reality, make the audience feel involved, and adds to the horror
POV shot - so that the audience is able to see through the characters eyes and become more emotionally attached and scared
Zoom- creates the element of suspense as the audience does not know what they will see next. may be used to zoom in on something Gorey or gruesome.
OTS - so that the audience can see what is happening when the character does. or to show that the figure has stood\ ]]> 2018-02-06 22:22:14 UTC https://padlet.com/schwabek/yz1woaz6qbeq/wish/228886326 Zoe & Breahn https://padlet.com/schwabek/yz1woaz6qbeq/wish/228886381 close-up - used to emphasise the expression of a person.
 
long-shot- used to show to object with the surroundings.

birds-eye/high-angle shot - used to gain perspective or to imply that the character/object is of lesser meaning than something else.

over the shoulder - used in conversation.

medium shot - help show the body language or/and the intentions of a character.

extreme close-up - can add tension or intimidation to show the character's motions and personality.

tilted angle - shows something that only the audience would see. Adds dramatic effect and help portray disorientation, unease or desperate action.

]]> 2018-02-06 22:22:31 UTC https://padlet.com/schwabek/yz1woaz6qbeq/wish/228886381 Ben's group mahiatj16 https://padlet.com/schwabek/yz1woaz6qbeq/wish/228886439 A very important shot is the establishing shot to tell the viewer where the scene is and what the scene is about. It also sets the mood for the documentary. like in blue planet the main colours are vibrant and blue to make the viewers feel happy and relaxed but still thoughtful.]]> 2018-02-06 22:22:52 UTC https://padlet.com/schwabek/yz1woaz6qbeq/wish/228886439 Alex https://padlet.com/schwabek/yz1woaz6qbeq/wish/228886533 Point of View
Close ups - Close up’s in these types of camera shot are used to see reactions on the actor/actresses face. This is the shot that shows the most emotion from the characters. It is also used to capture detail in an important scene.
Bird Eye/ High Angle - These kinds of shots are used in horrors and thrillers to make the figure or object that is being looked down on seem completely powerless and vulnerable. (makes them look smaller)
Tracking
Reverse
Extreme long shot]]> 2018-02-06 22:23:21 UTC https://padlet.com/schwabek/yz1woaz6qbeq/wish/228886533 Sean christies14 https://padlet.com/schwabek/yz1woaz6qbeq/wish/228886551 Close up shot - used in comedy to show reactions, or to emphasise expression.
Establishing shot - shows setting
Mid shot - shows body language and expressions, often of multiple people.
Extreme close up - can be used for emphasis or to show an exaggerated expression (e.g. of the eyes)
Over the shoulder -  used to show things from a character's perspective, often for comedic effect
High/low shots - can be used for comedic effect

]]> 2018-02-06 22:23:27 UTC https://padlet.com/schwabek/yz1woaz6qbeq/wish/228886551 Ruby, Mila, Tyra and Jordy https://padlet.com/schwabek/yz1woaz6qbeq/wish/228886608 Birds eye/high angle - To make the character seem powerless and vulnerable by being looked down on]]> 2018-02-06 22:23:44 UTC https://padlet.com/schwabek/yz1woaz6qbeq/wish/228886608 Ben, Lomax and Tyrone's group mahiatj16 https://padlet.com/schwabek/yz1woaz6qbeq/wish/228887397 some important shots are

close up-to show the expression of the characters and how they react to things
mid shot- to show there body language and enhance the projection of the theme
and the two person or eye level shot- the same as the above]]> 2018-02-06 22:28:04 UTC https://padlet.com/schwabek/yz1woaz6qbeq/wish/228887397 Mila Tyra Ruby https://padlet.com/schwabek/yz1woaz6qbeq/wish/228888316 Close up/ extreme close up 

Used to show a person's emotions in an interview setting. This camera angle can also be used on the subject of the documentary and any important details that the viewer needs to see.]]> 2018-02-06 22:31:55 UTC https://padlet.com/schwabek/yz1woaz6qbeq/wish/228888316 https://padlet.com/schwabek/yz1woaz6qbeq/wish/228888647 2018-02-06 22:33:25 UTC https://padlet.com/schwabek/yz1woaz6qbeq/wish/228888647 Levi greeningl14 https://padlet.com/schwabek/yz1woaz6qbeq/wish/228889313 Commonly used camera angles in documentaries are: 

Close up:
  • Close ups are used to empathise the emotions and expressions of how the character is feeling.

Over the shoulder:
  • Over the shoulder shots are used to give the audience a view of what the character is seeing also known as a POV.

Long shot:
  • This shot is used to establish the setting of the film. This will put the audience into perspective of what the film will be about.

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