Camera Shots and Angles

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What is a Close-Up Shot?

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A Close-Up Shot is a type of shot that tightly frames a subject, often focusing on a person's face or a specific detail, emphasizing emotions or important elements.

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What is a Long Shot?

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A Long Shot, also known as a Wide Shot, captures a subject from a distance, showing the subject in relation to their surroundings.

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What is a Medium Shot?

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A Medium Shot frames a subject from the waist up, balancing the subject and their environment.

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What is a Two-Shot?

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A Two-Shot is a type of shot that includes two subjects in the frame, often used to show their relationship.

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What is a High Angle Shot?

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A High Angle Shot is taken from above the subject, making them appear smaller or weaker.

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What is a Low Angle Shot?

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A Low Angle Shot is taken from below the subject, making them appear larger or more powerful.

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What is an Eye Level Angle?

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An Eye Level Angle is taken at the subject's eye level, creating a neutral perspective.

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What is a Dutch Tilt?

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

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What is a Point of View Shot?

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A Point of View Shot shows what a character is looking at, allowing the audience to see from their perspective.

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What is the purpose of a Close-Up Shot?

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The purpose of a Close-Up Shot is to highlight details and emotions, drawing the audience's attention to specific elements.