Level 1 Close Viewing Language Features; Generic EFFECTS

Close up

shows emotion (NAME IT); focuses attention

Long shot

shows the setting; can make something seem insignificant or overwhelmed

low angle

the subject seems powerful, domineering, confident

high angle

the subject seems weak, vulnerable

pan

shows a wide range; makes it seem like there are large numbers of individuals

tracking

keeps up with the action so the audience feels alongside

zoom in

the frame gets closer to the subject; feels like pressure, trapped

zoom out

being abandoned, left behind, lost

tilt

suspense due to slowly revealing identity or height

hand held camera

reality; the audience is included as if we were there; jerky and uneven makes it feel gritty, real life, tough

editing - fade or dissolve

soft, gentle, smooth transition between scenes; time passing

editing - cut

sharp, definite transition between scenes; many and swift feels like panic, pressure, overload; emphasises contrasts and connections between the two things that are being joined by the cut.

lighting - red/orange filter

warm mood

lighting - blue filter

cold, harsh mood

lighting - shadows

threat, danger, evil, secrets

music - rock band

up beat; sets the pace; can be heartbeat; energy

music - orchestra

sympathy, compassion, tenderness

music - single note

isolation, loneliness, fear, regret

setting

location adds mood eg dark, grimy alleyway or cloudless, blue sky or concrete, chrome, fluorescent light office or cushions, couches, family photo frames...

costume

shows character eg suit = confidence; work boots = reliable; slippers = caring; black leather = tough...

Montage

to show the passing of time and/or character progress with a task

Over-the-shoulder shot

includes both characters in one shot so they are connected; makes the audience see the pov of one character, making us feel as if we are participating