Colours
This color often symbolizes danger or passion in films.
Red
This angle is shot from above the subject, making them appear smaller or weaker.
High Angle
This technique divides the frame into nine equal parts to help with composition.
Rule of Thirds
This term refers to the written dialogue and instructions for a film.
Screenplay
This type of sound is heard by both the characters and the audience.
Diegetic Sound
This color is frequently used to represent calmness or sadness.
Blue
This angle is shot from below the subject, making them appear larger or more powerful.
Low Angle
This technique uses lines to guide the viewer’s eye to the main subject.
Leading Lines
This term describes the process of planning out the shots
Storyboarding
This type of sound is only heard by the audience, not the characters.
Non-Diegetic Sound
This color can symbolize purity or innocence.
White
This angle is taken from the same level as the subject’s eyes.
Eye-Level Angle
This technique uses elements in the foreground to frame the main subject.
Framing
This term refers to the process after filming
Post-Processing/Editing
This term refers to the changing/manipulating of sound for the sake of clarity or accuracy
Dubbing
This color is often associated with nature and tranquility.
Green
This angle is taken to show a large-scale scene, typically from very high up
Birds-Eye Angle
This technique uses elements in the scene and keeps the composition even
Symmetry
This term refers to the person responsible for the overall visual look of a film.
Cinematographer
This term refers to the use of voiceover to explain a moment/plotline of the movie to the viewers
Narration
This color can represent royalty or luxury.
Purple
This angle is used to see close details and capture emotion
Close-Up Angle
This technique involves using elements in the scene so they are harmonious together
Unity
This term refers to the visual effects created using computer technology. (commonly seen in Marvel movies)
CGI (Computer Generated Imagery)
This term refers to the culmination of music from a film
Soundtrack