Dramatic Effects with a Movie Camera

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Exploring the art of visual storytelling, this guide delves into various camera techniques that enhance narrative impact. It illustrates how specific shots, like close-ups or moving cameras, evoke emotions and reveal plot elements, connecting characters and their states of mind. Featuring detailed analyses of clips from 45 films across 30 countries, the authors, Gail Segal and Sheril Antonio, provide insights into the techniques employed by filmmaking masters, offering readers practical tools to elevate their own movie-making skills.