English Flashcards
Angle of Framing
When filming from below or above the subject of the frame, it is known as a low or high angle.
Extreme Long shot
A very large amount of distance showing a landscape, an example of this would be New Yorks skyline
Long shot
shows the full length of the subject while also including a large amount of the surrounding area of the film setting. An example of this would be the full person as well as a large background
Full shot
Subject with the whole body and a bit of a background
Mid shot
a type of camera shot that shows the subject from the waist up. An example of this would be a pic of the person from waist up
Close up
A type of camera shot that tightly frames a person or an object. This is often used to show emotion
Crane Shot
A type of shot filmed by a mechanical arm that moves with the subject, often an overhead view of the scene
Extreme close up
An extreme close up shot is a more intense version of a close up shot. usually only showing a subjects eyes or another part of their face
Fade out/ fade to back
The gradual darkening or disappearing of an image or scene, also can work with sound
Framing
The space demarcated by the edges or limits of the camera, which is used to select and compose the visual picture.
High angle
A shot in which the subject or scene is filmed from above; contrast with the low-angle shot
Jump cut
A cut in film editing that joins two similar shots together, causing a jump in continuity, camera position, or time.
Medium long shot
A shot between a close shot and a long shot. Roughly half of a fairly large object (like a human body from the waist or knees up) fills up the screen.
Mise en scene
A term that refers to all objects within the scene eg props, setting , lighting, costume, make up and the actions of the characters
Pan shot (panning)
A horizontal scan, movement, rotation or turning of the camera ( to left or to the right)
Scene
Usually a shot or series of shots that together comprise a single, complete and unified dramatic event, action, unit or element of film narration
Sound
The audio portion of a film including dialogue, music, and sound effects.
Wide angle shot
A shot taken with a lens that is able to take in a wider field of view to capture more of the scene’s elements or objects than a regular or normal lens.
Birds eye angle
is an angle that looks directly down upon a scene. This angle is often used in conjunction with an extreme long shot to establish setting.
eye level angle
places the audience on an equal footing with the character/s. This is the most commonly used angle in most films as it allows the viewers to feel comfortable and familiar with the characters.
Low angle
A low angle – is a camera angle that looks up at a character. This is the opposite of a high angle and makes a character appear more powerful. This can make the audience feel vulnerable and small by looking up at the character
Dutch angle
is used to demonstrate the confusion, madness or unease of a character. It is an irregular or slanted angle, often making the audience feel uneasy.
Crane shot
– is taken on a crane and is often used by composers of films to signify the end of a film or scene. The effect is achieved by the camera being placed on a crane that moves upwards.
Tracking shot/Dolly shot
have the same effect. A tracking shot moves on tracks and a dolly shot is mounted on a trolley to achieve the effect of ‘following’ a character as they move through a setting. By using a tracking shot or a dolly shot, the director gives the viewer a detailed tour of a situation.
Tilting
refers to the vertical movement of the camera (up and down), often to capture a character from head to toe.
Lighting
The use of light in the film/ scene
Diegetic sound
Diegetic sound refers to the sounds that the characters in the film can hear – these sounds emanate (come from) the world of the film. Some examples are:
Rain - Music - Traffic sounds - Police sirens - Foot steps - Dialogue
Non Diegetic sound
Non-diegetic sounds those that the audience can hear, but the characters cannot hear – they are outside the world of the film. Some examples are:
Music - Narration. - Sound effects
Written codes
Headings - Subtitles - Logos/emblems - Labels - Font & size - Placement of writing - signs - credits
