This week focused on the basics of cinematography, looking at how camera composition, shot size, angle, and movement help tell a story. We explored the idea that the camera acts as another character, guiding the audience’s attention and emotional response through how a shot is framed and moves.
We studied concepts such as the rule of thirds, golden ratio, different shot sizes, and how camera angles (high, low, eye-level, Dutch) can change how a character is perceived. We also looked at basic camera rules like the 180-degree rule and the importance of motivated camera movement.
The assignment was to storyboard a scene, analysing how camera language is used to express emotion and narrative.