Camera Shots Flashcards
1
Q
Establishing shot
A
To show the atmosphere and setting this helps set the scene
2
Q
Medium shot
A
To show the character in more detail for example, clothing and surrounding
3
Q
Extreme close up
A
To draw attention of the audience to something More important
4
Q
Close up
A
To show the facial expression
5
Q
Wide shot
A
To show atmosphere and surrounding
6
Q
Over the shoulder
A
When two people are having a conversation and the cinematographer is behind one of the characters
7
Q
Long shot
A
A distance shot to show the character and atmosphere