Summary of film language (Camera)

The use of the camera is one of the most important component of a film and can also be used to create effects and also enhance the overall experience and producing a more enjoyable film. One way in which the camera can be used to enhance the quality of the film is shot angles. These provide different perspectives of the characters or set. The different shot angles that are used include; Low level, Eye-level, High level, Worm's eye, canted and bird's eye.

Shot sizes also provide different perspectives for the viewer and can be used to enhance techniques and the mood of the scene. (e.g. The 'extreme close up' shot can be used aid the technique, Suspense)

The final way in which the camera can be used is through Camera and lens Movement. These camera movements also enhance the quality of the scene and again, can aid techniques etc.

When used correctly the use of camera movements, shot sizes and shot angles can create effective scenes and create an overall more enjoyable experience for the audience.