Cinematic techniques
technique deployed in filmmaking
This article contains a list of cinematic techniques that are divided into categories and briefly described.
Basic definitions of terms
180-degree rule
A continuity editorial technique in which sequential shots of two or more actors within a scene are all shot with the camera on one side of the two actors so that a coherent spatial relationship and eyeline match are maintained.
Airborne shot
A shot taken from an aerial device, generally while moving. This technique has gained popularity in recent years due to the popularity and growing availability of drones.
Arc
A dolly shot where the camera moves in an arc along a circular or elliptical radius in relation to the subject ("arc left" or "arc right")
Backlighting (lighting design)
The main source of light is behind the subject, silhouetting it, and directed toward the camera.
Bridging shot
A shot used to cover a jump in time or place or other discontinuity. Examples are a clock face showing advancing time, falling calendar pages, railroad wheels, newspaper headlines and seasonal changes. Bridge shots are also used to avoid jump cuts when inserting a pick-up.
Camera angle
The point of view or viewing position adopted by the camera with respect to its subject. Most common types are
High-angle shot (the camera is higher than its subject)
Low-angle shot (the camera is lower than its subject)
Close-up
A frame depicting the human head or an object of similar size.
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