'Dutch angle' or 'Dutch tilt' refers to which type of camera angle?
- An angled or tilted camera view in which vertical lines are not parallel with vertical edges of frame
- The standard point-of-view for most films
- The zoomed-out, panoramic view that establishes setting and context
What is a low angle shot?
- A shot taken from below the subject's eye level
- A shot taken from above the subject's eye level
- A close-up of the subject's face
Which camera angle is used to convey intimacy and emotional closeness between characters?
- Close-up
- Extreme wide-angle
- Medium Shot
Name one type of camera angle? (Answer in a few words)
Camera angles tell a story by showing different perspectives. High angles make people look small and powerless. Low angles make people look strong and powerful.
Understanding Camera Angles
What are two benefits of using different camera angles when creating a film or video?
Brain break: Draw a tree that sprouts silly objects like hamburgers and ice creams instead of fruits.
What is a high angle shot?
- A shot taken from above the subject's eye level
- A shot taken from below the subject's eye level
- An extreme close-up of the subject's face
In what kind of scenario would you typically use an aerial/ bird’s-eye view camera angle?
- To establish a sense of scale in relation to surroundings, or for dramatic effect when shooting large crowds or landscapes.
- To show two characters interacting closely together.
- To put viewers in a character’s shoes by showing things as they see them.