Cinematography

Establishing shot (ES):

This shot will show the audience the area in which the scene is taking place. It basically sets the scene for the for the audience.

Low Angle Shot (LAS):

This shot is commonly used in superhero films. This is because when the shot is used focusing on a certain character mainly the hero, it gives the audience the impression that they are higher in power. 

High Angle Shot (HAS):

Like the low angle shot, this shot is mainly used in superhero films as when focused on a character usually the victim, it portrays them as being powerless and weak. 

Long Shot (LS):

This shot will show the full character with some background. This usually used to show relationships between characters or a character and the setting. 

Medium Shot (MS):

Either one or two characters will be shown together from the waist upwards. These can be used when showing two people in a conversation face on to each other. It can be used to present their body language and how they feel to one another.

Close - ups (CU):

A specific feature of a character i.e. head will be shown or part of an object. This is used to draw the audience attention towards a specific feature which may be a significant feature within a scene.

Over The Shoulder (OTS):

When two characters are in conversation this shot will be used in a shot/reverse shot form. It will present two characters having a conversation whilst having both in a scene. This will allow the audience to see who is talking and who too and their reactions through facial expressions.

Extreme Close UP (ECU):

This shot will focus very close up on one specific feature. This is to show extreme emotion such as fear or sadness could be to a better extent using a characters eyes. This can also lead the audience to connect with the character and sympathise or feel a certain way towards them.