The document discusses various camera shots and angles that are commonly used in horror films to build tension and manipulate the audience's perspective. Some of the techniques covered include high angle shots to make characters seem vulnerable, close-ups to show reactions, tracking shots to imply movement or being followed, tilted angles and low angles to add dramatic tension, handheld cameras for realism, point-of-view shots to reveal fears or intentions, and over-the-shoulder shots to build suspense or keep a villain's identity unknown. These types of shots are effective techniques for horror film directors to utilize.

1. SHOTS AND ANGLES
USED IN HORROR FILMS
By Jessica Lennon

2. B I RD’ S E Y E / HIGH ANGL E
 These shots are typically used in horror films to make the
character who is being looked down upon seem inferior, powerless or
vulnerable
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3. CLOSE UP
 Close ups in horror films are used to see detailed reactions on the
actor/actresses face. From these shots the audience can gain
knowledge about how the character is feeling. They are also used to
capture details in important scenes.

4. TRACKING OR DOLLY
SHOT
 There shots connote movement. Theses shots are used very
effectively in horror as they can give the effect that a character is
being followed or watched. They could also be used
to establish a scene so the audience have a full view.
Dolly shots can also be used to build tension as the
view does not know what is going to be shown
next.

5. REVERSE
 These shots can also be very effective in horror films as it can
show consequences of actions and what would happen if you went
back in time. It shows a character undergoing realization and the
suspense is built up. In addition it is a great way to
signify flash backs.

6. TILTED ANGLE
 Tilted shots add a lot of dramatic tension to a scene. Another way
tilted angle shots can be used is to give the feel that the audience is in
the place of the victim, perhaps on the
floor

7. EXTREME LONG
SHOT/LONG SHOT
 Many horror films open with a long shot to add impact. For
example to show how deserted a town is.

8. LOW ANGLE
 Low angle shots are very powerful in how they can emphasize just
how scary or intimidating a villain is. This establishes for the audience
the power this villain has over the victim.

9. HAND HELD CAMERA
 This technique is often used in horror films to add a sense of
realism for the audience. It makes the audience feel more involved in
the film, adding tension throughout.

10. POINT OF VIEW SHOT
 This is where the audience is put in place of the character and sees
everything through the eyes of the character during that scene. This
can build tension in films as it can reveal the fears of victims or
intentions of villains.

11. OVER THE SHOULDER
 These are used a lot in horrors to build tension. They are used to
add tension, especially around mirrors so the audience can see what is
happening as soon as the character can. Over the shoulder shots are
also often used to show that a character is being
followed or to keep the identity of the villain a
mystery.