Cinematography Flashcards
what is an extreme closeup?
a shot that is extremely zoomed into an object or part of subject, often to highlight detail or emotion
what is a closeup?
A shot that focuses on a subject’s face or a key object to emphasize emotion or significance.
what is a medium shot?
Shows a subject from the waist up, balancing focus between character and background.
what is a long shot?
Frames the subject fully, typically including the entire body, giving context to surroundings.
what is an extreme long shot?
A very wide shot that places the subject in a vast environment, often used for establishing scenes.
what is a high angle?
The camera looks down on the subject, making them appear small, weak, or vulnerable.
what is a low angle?
The camera looks up at the subject, making them seem powerful or dominant.
what is eye level?
A neutral perspective where the camera is positioned at the subject’s eye height.
what is over-the-shoulder?
A shot taken from behind a character, often used in conversations.
what is dutch tilt?
A slanted camera angle that creates a sense of unease, tension, or instability.
what is panning?
The camera moves horizontally from a fixed position to scan a scene.
what is tilting?
The camera moves vertically up or down from a fixed position.
what is tracking/dolly?
The camera moves with the subject, often on a track, to create a smooth following motion.
what is crane?
The camera moves up or down dramatically, often to reveal a scene.
what is handheld?
The camera is held by an operator, creating a shaky, realistic, or documentary-style effect.
