Media Language ( Camera Angles )
Camera angles are powerful techniques used by filmmakers to shape meaning and play with audience perception. By changing the angles , filmmakers can control how characters are meant to be viewed by the audience whether they appear powerful , weak , threatening , or relatable to the audience. 1. Eye Level Angle : Camera is placed at the same height as the character’s eyes. For showing natural and realistic shots or scenes , eye level angle is used because it creates a sense of realism in the eyes of the audience. These are commonly used in everyday shots in a film to make everything seem controlled and natural. 2. The High Angle : The camera looks down on the character on the screen from the above. This means that the character being shown is inferior , weak or vulnerable. As a result the subject feels powerless to the audience. Often used when the subject is in danger or is scared. The higher the angle , the more powerless the subject appears. 3. The Low Angle : The c...