Trying out shots!

During lesson we got to go out around school and work in groups of three to try out the new camera shots and angles we had been taught in the lesson previously. This included low shots, medium shots, establishing shots, extreme close ups, tilt shots, etc.



Establishing shot

Above is our first shot which is an establishing shot, this is used in films and TV series to show the audience the surroundings and to set the scene.



Over the shoulder

Then we have our over the shoulder shot, this can be used to build tension and suspicion, we've used this so it seems as if there's someone following another girl but it can also be used for conversations between characters or arguments in particular as it gets close to the characters and sees how close they are reacting to build tension. Also we have used this shot to show that the characters are walking towards the trees where its dark this is to foreshadow that something might go wrong.

Low shot

 We've used a low shot by pointing the camera upwards toward the character on this to make the antagonist (Ellis) seem powerful in this shot and to make Ellis seem daunting and dominant this is to show that she is the antagonist, also in the shot the sun glares over the camera making it difficult to see Ellis' face; this can make a big difference in a thriller for example as it keeps the 'bad guys' face a secret which builds tension through out the scene.  

Tilted shot

A tilt shot is used to make a dramatic effect and helps portray unease in the scene its portraying. In this shot we have used both a tilt shot and low shot as this gives the antagonist both a dominate look and dangerous. 

Rule of thirds shot

The rule of thirds is when the main character is only in a third of the shot and we have done this so that it shows the protagonist (Maddie) in front and then Ellis behind following and then that the surrounds are empty and that they are alone.

Extreme close up

Extreme close ups are used to show small details such as a closed fist and make it a large icon in the shot as its showing anger and hatred. This is used so it can show a story that Ellis is the antagonist and that its not just a random girl following another girl. Also the lighting is quite dark to foreshadow anger and danger.

That's it for our first shots and so next should be our first video!