13. Shot type. Why is it used?
High angle mid-shot. To add effect to what is being shown
and to also let the audience see it in
more detail, instead of a long shot
being used this gives more detail.
Close up. To show the emotions of the
characters.
Mid-shot. To show the characters actions in
more detail.
Long shot. To show the character and their
surroundings to help establish what
is going on in the scene.
Establishing shot. Establish the location that is being
used in the film.
Over the shoulder shot. To show the importance of the
characters being used.