types of shots/angles used in film that i plan on using in my opening sequence +their effects

1. camera angles
Camera angles, shots and movements are used in
film to create different dramatic effects. The
following should be in my opening sequence...

2. extreme long-shot: establishes the setting long-
shot: shows character in relation to setting
[extreme] long-shot
in film, this shot
encourages the
audience to absorb
the contents of the
entire frame and
worry about what
might enter it >
source:theguardian.com

3. mid-shot
shows facial expressions & hand gestures, etc., and some background.
The character is the focal point

4. over-the-shoulder shot
insight on character’s perspective; used in conversation/confrontations,
or alternatively for dramatic irony.
this shot from ‘Insidious’
with the character unaware
of the demon directly
behind him creates
enormous suspense in the
audience as they wait for
something to happen -
further tension is built
because the audience is
helpless and cannot tell
him to turn around or take
action
source:googleimages

5. [extreme] close up
emphasises emotion or important details

6. low angle
makes character seem powerful/dominant, or communicates a sense of
confusion and disorientation
low angles are
usually used in
horror to exaggerate
a character, usually
the antagonist,
making them seem
more threatening
source:googleimages

7. high angle
subject seems belittled, vulnerable, weak and less significant- creates
sympathy

8. hand-held shot
adds realism and momentum to the action - the audience feels more
involved and engaged.sense of adrenaline in chase scenes