This document describes several cinematic camera shots and techniques: - The mid shot shows more of the subject's body from the top down to provide context while focusing attention. - The trombone shot zooms the camera in or out at the same speed as moving forward or backward to convey emotion. - The wide shot establishes the background and shows the entire scene to portray a subject as alone in a large space. - The steadicam shot uses a mechanical arm to keep the camera steady during movement for smooth filming. - The arc shot circles partway around a subject to reveal feelings and actions, such as a woman falling to her knees in tears over losing her family. - The close up shot