1Props
Other items in the film that make sense to the story. These can become symbolic.
2Montage
A series of shots pieced together with background music- usually show the passing of time.
3Lighting
How light, shadow and patterns are used to create mood or atmosphere.
4Intercutting
Move from one scene to another
5Framing
How story is filmed, includes camera shots and point of view
6Mise-en-scene
Everything within the frame or camera
7High shot
The camera looks down on the subject. These shots can make the subject seem vulnerable.
8Low shot
When the camera is looking up at the object or person being viewed, creating a sense of authority or power.
9Dutch angle
Tilted- shows disturbance, tension or anger.
10God/ Bird's eye/ overhead
90⁰ angle exactly overhead. Shows action or a connection to divine/nature.
11Close up
Shows character's emotion.
12Medium/long shot
Shows where character is and what they're doing.
13Establishing
Filming from a distance so you can show where the character is.