Camera shots - Frames

All films contain different types of camera shots. Below, I will discuss the seven most used frames and the reasons they are used.

The frame for this shot is ECU extreme close up, this is to focus the viewers attention on one particular thing, that usually plays an important part in the film. Or even the actors face, to catch their facial expressions. Here we see a wedding invitation, this immediately shows us that the film is about a  wedding, before we hear any dialogue.

The frame for this shot is ELS extreme long shot. This is usually at the beginning of a scene to help the viewer understand the surroundings, and where the following scene is based. Here we see that the first scene is based in New York.

 

 

The frame for this shot is over the shoulder. This is usually used when two characters are having a conversation, swapping back and fourth on various characters.

 

 

 

 The frame for this shot is CU close up, as it focuses on the actors face to help show the audience their facial expressions and emotions.

 

 MLS medium long shot is cut off just below the knee. This shot usually focuses on various characters. It also captures the surroundings and things going on around the two main characters.

 

 

MS medium shot is one of the most common frames. It can capture various of characters; usually in a conversation, and is close enough for the audience to see the characters facial expressions.

 

LS long shot is used to show various characters as well as the surroundings. It's also used to show the characters body language.