Think of the last time you watched a movie that kept you completely captivated. Something you kept thinking about, or talking about. What’s the one thing they all have in common?
Camera movement is one of the most effective ways to add emotion and depth to any shot, sequence, or film. Thriller and horror movies use slow intentional pan or truck movements to build tension and suspense. Emotional movies use push ins to focus on a character’s emotions.
Don’t get me wrong, still shots can be extremely effective at conveying emotion and telling a story as well. That’s why it’s the Cinematographer’s job to understand all the tools at their disposal, when to use them, how to use them, and why?
So the next time you want to tell a story, ask yourself what emotion or message are you trying to convey, then pick the best movement to tell it. And if you want to learn more about camera movement, download the free guide. I break all of the common and most used camera movements in film today, how to achieve them, and why you might use each one.
Sincerely,
Dylfos
P.S. Feel free to browse some of my videos on YouTube to get a feel for what I’m creating
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