Establishing Shot:
The establishing shot is used in the opening to give the viewer an instant idea of where the setting is. It can also provoke emotion aswell as give us a time frame of the scene.
The close up shot is designed to capture all the detail and emotion in someone's face. It does not capture anything in the background, only the smallest of details like wrinkles and eyes.
Mid-shot:
Mid-shots are used to allow the audience to see enough detail in the foreground. It also gives us an idea of what is going on in the background, ideal for changing focus mid-frame.
Long shot:
This is designed to give a scale on the scene and show what may be coming from the distance. It can be used in sequences to show location and time like an establishing shot, just mid film.
High Angle Shot:
This is aimed to look down on objects and give them a small scale. Indicating how unimportant they are made to feel in the film, however this may not be reflective on their whole part.
Low-angle Shot:
These are used when exaggerating power to a character or item, making them look important and strong.
Dutch Tilt:
This angle is used to allow the audience to see confusion or disorientation in a character. It is usually seen in the form of a mid-shot, just tilted.
