Types Of Shots.

The different types of shots used in film

In films there are multiple different camera shots and angles used in order to alter the meaning and way in which an audience views a film. Here is a list of the angles used as well as examples.

                                                             

   
 Here is an example of a Wide Shot. This type of shot is used in order to show an entire object / human, it is usually filmed to set the scene and surroundings for a film.

          

This is an example of an Extreme Wide Shot. These types of shots are typically used as establishing shots as they often show buildings and large building exteriors.

Here is an example of a Medium Shot. Typically consisting of a character waist up, these shots are popular as it feels natural and also makes the audience feel like they are talking to the character.

This is an example of a Close Up Shot, these shots tightly frame a character or object, they typically portray a characters emotions while only framing their face, however they are also used for specific actions, like a hand picking up a knife.

 An Extreme Close Up Shot is a view so tight that the audience can only see some features on a character or object, they can be used to create tension, like in this example where the audience are 'involved' in a stand off with three characters. 

       

As shown there are multiple different types of shots, all in which can alter the way the audience view a film and the emotions they experience, it is a way of bringing the film to life and creating texture and depth in the film. Another example of shots used to influence the audience is in horror films when they use panning techniques, it allows the audience to get the full view of the scene but it also builds up the suspense as you don't know what will be shown next.