Review for Tests:
Be able to identify these types of shots (among others: refer to review sheet)
(you won't necessarily get these particular pictures on the test; be able to describe each type of shot):
Review shot types by going to Media College's website:
http://www.mediacollege.com/video/shots/
VIDEO DEVICES:
Symmetry and Asymmetry from the film "Disco Pigs"
Famous Z-axis example from Citizen Kane
Composition and nonlinear narrative examples in Dolores Caiborne
TV Example: Dr. Finlay
Rack focus example from the TV show Dr. Finlay.
TV Example: Dr. Finlay
Arc shot from the TV show Dr. Finlay.
Shot-Reverse-Shot and Cut-ins Example: Hugh and Edith Scene
Notice the use of over-the-shoulder shots here as we go shot-reverse-shot during the conversation. Also notice the use of close-ups on Edith's face as the scene reaches its climax when she realizes she has to teach the dreaded English composition course.
