Different Shots

Ive started thinking about the different shots we could have to build tension;

* Starts off far away looking at the victim, keeps cutting, getting closer and closer. It shows how fast the person is moving, so fast the victim can't see them.

*Looks at something, there is nothing there. Looks again, something is. (or vice versa)

*Filming from behing trees/brances (gives the impression the character is being watched)

Below is a photo i took to show what the filming would look like

*Point of view shot with torch (puts audience in characters position)

*Flashing screen (distorts view, creates an alarming atmosphere)

*Camera is on its own in the door, you watch the door open and the light peer through

* Blurry running behind characters (adds panic) - we would have diagetic sound of heavy breathing. A bit like this photo ive taken,

*Close up of someone trying to put their key in the door or car to escape but because their panicing it wont go in (builds tension for audience)

*Low shot and close up of feet walking

*Black out and then a scary image and a loud noise to make the audience jump. THE END. (leaves on a cliffhanger)

I have also taken some pictures to show what kind of camera angles we could use

high angle shot.. like from the top of a building? shows high status

also makes it look as though the characters are being watched

close up on the persons face to show expressions

low angle shot, looking up at characters - suggests they are a lower status

time countdown, creates a sense of urgency/distress/suspense!

Bethany Carter