Camera angles and shots
This type of angle is used to look down on a character or object in order for them to look weak, vulnerable and less important.
Frame is landscape. The subject is cropped just above the eyebrows and just below the eyes.
Extreme close up shot
A character slumping their shoulders and lowering their head often indicates this emotion.
Sadness
The person who directs the film
Director
This angle looks directly up at a character or object making them feel more powerful and important. It makes the viewer feel vulnerable, insecure and small.
Low Angle
How the camera moves
Angle
In films, widened eyes and an open mouth often signify this reaction
Surpised/shocked
This color is often used in films to represent love, passion, or danger.
The colour red
It is used to establish a setting so that the viewer can get a good understanding of the surroundings.
Establishing Shot
Frame is landscape. The subject is cropped just above the head and just below the waist.
Medium shot
When a character furrows their brow and tightens their lips, it often indicates this emotion.
Anger
This bright color can be used to show happiness, sunshine, or warmth.
This angle is used to confuse a character and suggest instability. It is most commonly used in thrillers and horror movies.
Oblique tilt
Frame is landscape horizontal. The subject is cropped just above the head and just below the feet.
Long-shot
This facial expression is often used to convey happiness or friendliness
The two ways that show mood
tone and colour
This type of angle allows the viewer to be equal with a character or object. It is a neutral angle that is common in television shows and movies.
Eye-level shot
How close the camera is to the subject that's being filmed.
Shot
A character's eyes widening, body tensing, and taking a step back typically indicate this emotion.
fear/scared/worried
This word describes how a movie makes you feel while you watch it.
The mood
This type of framing is used to show someone's perspective.
What is a Point of View (POV) Shot?
Images are composed so that the frame is divided into thirds. The grid is used for the placement of important elements and leading lines. Place the dominant elements on or near the intersection of two of the lines.
Rule of thirds
A character’s soft gaze, slightly tilted head, and subtle smile while looking at someone often signify this emotion
In love
This word describes how the director feels about the story, like whether they are serious or funny.
The tone