Cinematography
Cinematography is a combination of how a shot is framed through the use of several micro-elements.Cinematography is spilt up into three features which is camera shot, movement and angle.
The way a shot is framed allows the audience to see how big or small the scene is or how a character is feeling and the situation they are in. For example, close ups allow the audience to see what the characters are feeling through facial expressions. Different types of shots can be used for various different ways e.g. to establish a clear view of a characters appearance or emotions.
The movement of the camera allows the audience to see what is going on in a scene. For example if a protagonist is being chased by an antagonist, the camera movement would be following them or guiding the characters movements. This allows the audience to see where the characters are and what they are doing. For example a panning shot is used to follow characters walking. This also sets a scene and helps the audience view clearly the setting.
The angle of the shot allows the audience to see if the character is superior or not. For example, if the camera is shooting at a high angle and is facing down at the character this would represent the character as inferior. If a camera is showing the character at a low angle this makes the character look strong and superior. These shots are commonly used when one character is overpowering another e.g. when the protagonists or antagonist is about to lose a fight.
Josh, here you have just explained what cinematography is with highlighting the three stems of it.
ReplyDeletewhat are the size, movements and angle examples and definitions we looked at in class?
-provide examples from thriller films.
better as some references to examples made and commented on, namely angles, but you do need to state all the ones we look at and comment on which ones you plan to use and why.
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