Camera positions and angles
The way a shot is composed can say a lot about the person in the shot. There are four main options, which should be taken into account when the shot is prepared.
Firstly there is the basic eye level straight on shot. This is the most common view, being the real-world angle that we are all used to and the way we perceive the world. It shows subjects, as we would expect to see them in real life. It is a fairly neutral shot, having said this can be a boring shot as it doesn’t offer the person any dimension and which can hint to the audience that perhaps this perhaps the person has a dull personality.
Secondly, there is the Low angle shot (looking up at the person). This is used to make the usually the interviewee appear arrogant, more powerfull or dominant. It shows the person in a good light and usually gives off a positive vibe. It is often used as the 'hero' shot as it can make a person appear like a heroin, someone you would look up to.
Thirdly there is a high angle shot (looking down on the person). This is often used in television. This has the effect of diminishing the subject, making them appear less powerful, less significant or even submissive.
Aswell as the hight of the shot the angle can also help make a person appear differently. The standard angle that is often used a lot in documentaries, television and news is 32 degrees. This helps gives the person depth as it allow the audience to see more of the facial profile and make the shot seem more 3D.
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