2. Anatomy of a scene When planning and constructing a scene, there are 2 jobs: To properly orientate the viewer To entertain the viewer
3. Anatomy of a scene Step 1: Orientation The viewer will ask and require answers to the following questions: Where is the action set? How many characters are involved? Who are the most important characters? It is your job to ensure that the answers the viewer develops are the answers you want them to have Requires careful consideration of where to place the camera and how to edit the film together
4. Anatomy of a scene Step 2: Entertainment Your job in constructing a film is to engage and entertain your audience One of the ways you do is through shot variety – using the full range of camera shots and angles to avoid all shots looking the same
5. Anatomy of a scene Watch the opening to 4W1F How has the director established locations? How many characters are involved in each scene? What shot types are used in each scene? Why do you think the director has chosen to have a variety of camera shots rather than filming each scene the same way?
