Cinematography (Framing for Meaning)

Creative Intention

To explore how framing a subject can be used to communicate meaning in a film.

TASK

Direct and shoot the shots listed below. For this you will have to alternate taking the shots and being a subject for your partner.

You will have to take on the role of director and of cinematographer to ensure you get the shots you need.

Once you have completed the list you should return to the classroom where you will upload your clips to your teacher’s computer, who will upload them to WeVideo for you.

Shot List
Shot No Shot Size Camera Movement Descriptions
1 MS Static Back to camera, character bored
2 Wide angle Static The front of the SFC or Main School Entrance
3 MCU (Low Angle) Static Character steps over the camera (or walks through the frame)
4 ELS Static Character sits on a step (relaxed)
5 LS (Canted Angle) to MCU Static Character walks towards camera (confident)
6 ECU Static Eyes look nervously off to one side
7 CU Static In profile character looks thoughtful
8 MLS (High Angle) Static Character stand waits outside door (nervous)
9 Over the shoulder to LS Static See the shoulder and head – significant person/ object in background
Independent Study

Here is a follow up video for you to watch on another 5 best shots of all time:

Independent study.

Continue your cinematography slideshow of different shots from this video and label them with the correct shot type. This collage should be embedded into your blog alongside your final video and portfolio page.

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