Single camera techniques

Mise-en-scène is everything that appears in the framing – actors, lighting, décor, props and costume .The frame and camerawork are also considered part of the mise-en-scène in a film. In some circumstances, the mise-en- scène is designed to evoke emotions that are carried the whole movie. For example,  'The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari' (1920) utalizes, distorted shapes and claustrophoc scenery to disturb the audience and enhance the element of  horror. Set Design The set design refers to the decor of the the set, the furniture, props, and the set itself. The director must think carefully about how these elements can  bear significance in a deeper level, whilst  also using these factors to emphasize themes or create  meanings and provoking thoughts. In 'Rear Window'  (1954), a large photograph is placed in the living room which offers an  exposition on the accident that made L.B...

Many moving image productions use single camera techniques, such as... Dramas Sitcoms Documentaries  Adverts Music Videos Promotional videos  Platforms for single camera productions -  Tv  Film Cinema  Streaming  Film Festivals 

30 degree rule - The 30 degree rule suggests that the camera should move a minimum of 30 degrees to the subject between successive shots of the same person or object. If the camera is moved less than 30 degrees the results will look something like a jump cut, and that will become jarring and distract the viewer from the story 180 degree rule - T he  180 degree rule  is a basic guideline that refers to the spatial relationship between a character and another character or object in a scene by keeping the camera on one side of the two characters. this technique allows the viewer to take in any unseen movement happening behind or around the main subject.  This is an example of breaking the 180 degree rule taken from 'The Shining'.  Jack Torrance is the newly hired, mentally unstable caretaker of the Overlook Hotel, he confronts the ghost of Delbert Grady in the bathroom of the hotel bar, when Jack goes to clean up after he has spilled a drink on himself...

Establishing shot - An establishing shot is used to establish the context of a scene by reflecting the relationship between important figures and objects. Close up shot - A close up shot is used to tightly frame a person or object. Close ups are common and are usually used with medium and long shots. This deep eye level close up of the Mad Hatter has been taken from Tim Burtons 'Alice in wonderland'. Using a close up allows the viewer to understand more about the characters personality. The viewer may begin to notice his piercing green eyes with purple circles underneath and pale skin, which suggests that he might be slightly unhinged. Furthermore, this shot utilizes split lighting t create harsh shadows on one side of his face which creates the impression of evil. Extreme close up -  An extreme close-up is used to emphasize a specif feature of the subject by filling the frame. This technique is usually used on eyes, mouths and important objects to make the audience...