Planning- Different camera shots and angles

Camera shots and and angles are used to create a variety of moods in film scenes or even television. These 5 shots show some of the various shots and angles in the film industry:


High angle shot

This is an example of a high-angle shot, this is used to make the object/person appear vulnerable, insignificant and innocent. also to make them less powerful.







Medium shot

This camera shot is a medium shot, taken from the waist upwards. It is better well known as the 'Hollywood shot' as it will almost appear in every single film.

Medium-close up

Also, there is the medium-close up. This gives a chest up view of individuals, this is used when two characters covert with each other on screen.

Full shot
This is an example of a full shot, the height of the frame is filled with the human figure.











Low-angle shot

This is a low-angle shot, it used to make the subject look powerful, and appear bigger/taller. It also hints whom the main character may be.