CAMERA ANGLES
Thrillers use camera angles to add effect to the scenes. Close-up shots are used to highlight a character's reaction or can be used to exaggerate a new idea in the film, for example a close-up of a killer amplifies the emotions of unexpectedness thus creating shock and anxiety, which are eminent to the genre. This is conveyed in thriller films such as American Psycho and The Dark Knight’s Joker (villain).
Camera Shots
High angle
Commonly used when presenting the object in the scene as superior.
Low angle
Typically used for depicting the object in the scene as inferior.
Tracking
Tracking is used to focus the attention on the character whilst they are moving.
Panning
Used for giving the audience a better view of the scene, or can be used as an introduction into a scene.
P.O.V shot
Point of view shots allows the audience to view the scene from the perspective of a character.
Tilting
This can be used to introduce a scene, establish a setting and build an atmosphere of tension or suspense.
Wide shot
Usually used to establish the location and allow the audience to absorb a large setting.
Handheld
This is generally used for fast-paced scenes to advocate the excitement and add intensity.
Long shot
The full body of the character can be seen and items are shown in greater depth.
Close up/Extreme close up shot
This shot allows the audience to understand the characters emotions through their facial expressions.
Off the shoulder shot
Used when characters are conversing with each other and to set the spatial relations.
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