Shot Types

Establishing Shot- This shot shows where a scene will take place, this shot can also be known as an 'Extreme Long Shot'.

Master Shot- This shot shows the limit of action, it basically shows where action will take place.

Over The Shoulder Shot- This shot is the standard way to show a conversation.

Following Over The Shoulder Shot- This is again how you present a conversation, it follows the previous over the shoulder shot. It is also known as a 'Reverse Shot' as it allows us to see a characters reaction, this keeps continuity. As viewers we are not meant to notice this shot.

Close Up Shot- This is usually a face shot and it allows us to see reactions evidently. There is less environment in this shot. It creates emotion for a viewer and allows us to engage.

Extreme Close Up Shot- This shot produces more detail and highlights a significant action, this shot is more used in revealing moments and then goes onto create more impact. This shot also allows us to guess what is coming within a scene.

Medium Close Up Shot- This shot is of the chest and up.

Medium Shot- This shot is of the waist and up.

Long Shot- This shot is of an entire person.