Camera Angles & Shots

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What is a High Angle shot?

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A shot taken from above the subject, making them appear smaller or weaker.

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What is an Extreme Close-Up shot?

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A shot that focuses on a very small detail, such as a character's eyes, emphasizing that detail.

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What is a Dolly shot?

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A shot where the camera moves towards or away from the subject on a wheeled platform.

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How is Zooming best done?

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By physically moving closer to the subject rather than just using the camera's zoom feature.

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What is an Establishing Shot?

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A shot that sets up the context for a scene, often showing the location or environment.

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What is a Low Angle shot?

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A shot taken from below the subject, making them appear larger or more powerful.

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What is a Dutch Angle shot?

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A shot where the camera is tilted, creating a sense of unease or tension.

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What is a Tracking shot?

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A shot where the camera follows the subject, maintaining a constant distance.

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What is a Pan shot?

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A shot where the camera moves horizontally from a fixed position.

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What is a Close-Up shot?

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A shot that tightly frames a subject, usually a face, to show detail.