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Camera Angle
Camera angle refers to the angle at which the subject is shot and makes an important contribution to cinematic storytelling.
Overshot. The camera is positioned directly above the subject. This is often used in establishing shots, where the camera flies over city streets.
High angle. The camera is positioned above the subject, looking down at an angle. This angle makes the subject appear smaller, powerless and more vulnerable.
Eye level. This is the most commonly used camera angle in film and television. Whereas most other camera angles are highly stylised, an eye level shot creates a sense realism because this is how we see the world.
Low angle. The camera is positioned below eye level, looking up, to imply a sense of power and dominance.
Undershot. The camera is positioned directly beneath the subject, looking up. Often coupled with point-of-view shots when the character is looking up at something.
Dutch angle. When the camera is canted or tilted to one side so that the horizon is on an angle, it creates an effect that is disorienting and unsettling for the audience.
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