- The author reflects on their preliminary film task and feels they could have done better, particularly with implementing rules like the 180 degree rule, match on action shots, and shot reverse shots more clearly. - Close-up shots, over the shoulder shots, 180 degree shots, shot reverse shots, and match on action shots from the preliminary task and follow up film are analyzed. - Areas that could be improved for next time include stabilizing camera movement, getting cleaner shots with multiple takes, and doing more planning and research.