Shot types
shot tightly frames a person or object, focusing on details like facial expressions.
close-up shot
frames two characters in the same shot, often used in dialogues to show interaction.
two-shot
shot involves moving the camera horizontally from left to right or vice versa, often to follow action.
pan shot
The process of selecting and combining shots to create a finished film
Editing
shot shows a subject from the waist up, allowing for both detail and some background context.
medium shot
shot shows what a character is looking at, making the audience see from their perspective.
point-of-view
shot follows a subject as they move through space, often using a moving camera on a track.
tracking shot
Used to go from one scene to the next
Transitions
shot captures a subject from a distance, showing their entire body along with the surrounding environment.
long shot (or wide shot)
shot is taken from above the subject, making them appear smaller or weaker.
high-angle shot
shot provides an aerial view of a location.
drone shot
One shot followed by the next is called
a sequence
shot is often a long shot that sets the scene by showing the location or context before the action begins.
establishing shot
shot is taken from below the subject, making them appear larger or more powerful.
Low-angle shot
shot involves moving the camera toward or away from a subject, often creating depth in the shot.
dolly shot
set design
shows the perspective of one character looking at another, often used in conversations.
over-the-shoulder shot
shot involves moving the camera up or down on a vertical axis to show more of a subject or scene.
tilt shot
shot shows a character's response to an event or dialogue, highlighting emotions.
Reaction shot
What elements make up the "sound design"
Sound effects, dialogue and music