This document discusses different camera shots and angles used in filmmaking and their effects. It analyzes shots such as close-ups, over-the-shoulder shots, wide angles, low angles, panning shots, long shots, point-of-view shots, bird's-eye views, and 3-person shots. Each shot type is explained in terms of how it draws attention, builds drama, tension, or character traits, and provides different perspectives or views for audiences. The document examines how various shots can be used to manipulate viewers' emotions and intensify scenes.

1. Images Shots Effect
Looking Dramatic
up Character point of
Close up view
shot Draws attention to
the threat of the gun
Two Uses the 180 degree
people rule as well as the
shot, as use of two people
well as for interactions.
over the Having it over the
shoulder shoulder shows not
only the other
characters emotions
or facial reaction but
in this clip also
shows the picture to
the audience.
Wide A full view of the
angle shot setting to give the
audience an idea
about the height
and also the
characters view.
Makes it more
dramatic and
realistic for the
audience, builds
suspense/tension.

2. Low angle Builds the males
shot dominance as
enlarges him,
reflecting strength
and power. Builds up
the character
making him seem
larger.
Panning This panning shot
shot makes the vehicle
look like it’s going
faster than it really
is. Build intensity
and excitement with
faster actions.
Long shot Makes actions more
(view of powerful and
her full dramatic, builds
body) adrenaline and
excitement.
Point of It is a person view of
view and the actor’s views but
wide shot is also a view of the
town for visual
awareness. Gives the
audience more
understanding and
emotional
connection to the
film.

3. Bird’s eye This gives a clear
view image of that is
happening and the
characters facial
expression/actions.
Is a different shot
compared to the
usual therefore
chances views and
points of
views/angles.
Close up This shows facial
Head shot expression of the
actor bringing all
attention to him and
his emotions.
3 person Focuses on a small
shot group of people (3)
with one slightly
further in front
makes him the most
featured. Draw
attention to them
characters as to the
crowd or scenery.