THE FILM SHOT – THE FILM SHOT AND CAMERA ANGLES – FILM EDITING – FILM AND CONTINUITY EDITING – FILM AND MONTAGE EDITING – EDITING TECHNIQUES
Much like a written or spoken language, the visual language of film is a collection of signs. In the case of movies, these signs are not just the words we hear spoken by characters, but also the various kinds of shots, lighting styles, editing techniques, sound design, special effects, acting styles, and storytelling techniques that filmmakers have at their disposal. This guide introduces the concepts and implications of the film shot, camera angles, and various editing styles — the foundation of any solid film analysis.
