first quiz pdf part 2 Flashcards
What defines shot type in filmmaking?
the amount of subject matter shown on the screen.
How do different shot types convey information and emotions?
Different shots can emphasize aspects of a scene, influence viewer perception, and evoke specific emotional responses.
What is an extreme long shot?
provides a frame of reference and is often used as an establishing shot to set the scene.
What is a medium shot used for?
captures dialogue and movement between characters
What can close-ups convey?
intense emotions and create a strong connection between the viewer and the character.
What is a deep-focus shot?
wide-angle lens to keep all depths of the frame in focus,
What is the effect of a shallow-focus shot?
keeps the foreground in focus while blurring the background,
What is the significance of camera angles in film?
Different angles can alter viewer perception and convey various meanings, emotions, or psychological states.
What effect does an eye-level angle have?
An eye-level angle presents a neutral view without distortion, allowing for clear observation of the subject.
What is the effect of a high-angle shot?
makes the subject appear smaller or weaker, creating a sense of vulnerability.
What is the effect of a low-angle shot (worm’s eye view)?
makes the subject appear larger or more powerful, dominating the frame
What does an oblique (Dutch) angle signify?
create feelings of madness, imbalance, or anxiety,
How does realism in film approach camera angles?
Realism typically uses minimal angles, mostly eye-level, to provide a clear, undistorted view of the subject.
How does formalism use angles differently?
Formalism employs angles for dramatic effect, often distorting objects to convey symbolic meaning.
Lighting and Color
What role does lighting play in the film?
Lighting can set the mood, highlight important elements, and convey symbolism through contrasts, shadows, and angles.
What does high-contrast lighting signify?
create dramatic effects and highlight tension in a scene
How do colors convey emotions in film?
Cool colors = suggest calmness, while warm colors = energy or danger.
What is editing in filmmaking?
Editing is the process of connecting multiple shots and scenes to create a cohesive narrative.
What is the significance of black and white in film?
Black and white can evoke nostalgia, emphasize contrast, or create a timeless quality, often seen in Film Noir.
Editing Techniques
What is continuity editing?
Continuity editing maintains a smooth flow of events by stringing together multiple shots, often used in realistic fiction.
What is a sequence shot?
A sequence shot is an uninterrupted scene recording, capturing a moment in its entirety without cuts.
What is cross-cutting?
Cross-cutting alternates between parallel scenes occurring in different locations, creating suspense or showing simultaneous actions.
How does classical cutting differ from abstract cutting?
Classical cutting uses editing to highlight drama and emotion, while abstract cutting lacks a clear theme or connection between shots.
Acting and Storytelling
What is the role of actors in the film?
Actors convey ideas and emotions as shaped by the director, influencing how the story is presented.
How do filmmakers differentiate between story and plot?
The story is the general subject and events, while the plot is the specific way the story is told and structured.
