Cinematography

What is the purpose of the "rule of thirds" in cinematography?

• To create symmetry and balance

• To create tension and suspense

• To guide the viewer's eye

• To create a sense of depth

What is the most important tool in cinematography?

• Camera

• Lighting

• Editing

• Sound

Answer explanation

Lighting is used not only to create a well exposed image, it is also used to create tone and mood. Lighting alone is enough to convey emotion in a scene, and as filmmakers it is one of our most powerful tools.

What is the purpose of lighting in cinematography?

• To create mood and atmosphere

• To make the actors look good

• To provide enough light for the camera

• To create a sense of depth

What is the difference between a wide shot and a close-up shot?

• A wide shot shows a large area, while a close-up shows a small area.

• A wide shot shows a small area, while a close-up shows a large area.

• A wide shot is used for action scenes, while a close-up is used for dialogue.

• A wide shot is used for dialogue, while a close-up is used for action scenes.

What is the difference between high key lighting and low key lighting?

• High key lighting is bright and cheerful, while low key lighting is dark and moody.

• High key lighting is used for comedy, while low key lighting is used for drama.

• High key lighting is bright and evenly lit, while low key lighting is dark and shadowy.

• High key lighting is used for action scenes, while low key lighting is used for dialogue.

Which of the following is NOT a type of camera movement?

• Pan

• Tilt

• Zoom

• Rotate

What is the purpose of the "180-degree rule" in cinematography?

• To maintain spatial relationships between characters

• To create a sense of depth

• To provide enough light for the camera

• To create a sense of tension and suspense

What is the purpose of the "rule of odds" in cinematography?

• To create symmetry and balance

• To create tension and suspense

• To guide the viewer's eye

• To create a sense of depth

What is the difference between a wide shot and a close-up?

• A wide shot shows a large area, while a close-up shows a small area.

• A wide shot shows a small area, while a close-up shows a large area.

• A wide shot is used for action scenes, while a close-up is used for dialogue.

• A wide shot is used for dialogue, while a close-up is used for action scenes.

What is the first rule of cinematography?

• Shoot for the edit

• Master composition

• Pay attention to light

• Follow the action