Preliminary Exercise: shot examples

Establishing Shot

This establishing shot is from Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone. Its low angle makes Hogwarts Castle appear imposing which shows the audience that it is important.

Close Up Shot

This close up is from the opening titles of To Kill A Mockingbird. It shows a pocket watch and some text. It gives a sense of mystery as the audience wants to know the significance of the pocket watch, especially if they haven't read the book.

Match on Action

This pair of shots is from Bullitt (1968) it shows Steve McQueen driving inside the car and then cuts to farther up the street, showing him pursuing the black Dodge car.

Reaction Shot

This reaction shot is from The Matrix (1999). It shows Neo reacting to something behind him.

Long Shot

This long shot is from The Italian Job. It shows three Mini Coopers driving up onto the roof of a factory. The long shot accentuates the danger of what they are doing and also the height of the building.

Over the Shoulder shot

This over the shoulder shot is from Star Wars III Revenge of the sith. It shows Anakin talking to Obi-wan. This shot is neither high nor low angle showing that they are both equal.