Types of Camera Shots in Film

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What is the primary purpose of a Long Shot in filmmaking?

To show full characters from feet to head, along with their surroundings

What is the effect of a High Angle shot on the subject?

It makes the subject appear small or vulnerable

What is one of the opportunities provided by the Internet, according to UNESCO?

Online Shopping

What is the primary purpose of a Close-Up shot in filmmaking?

To focus on a character's facial expressions and emotions

What is the effect of a Low Angle shot on the subject?

It makes the subject appear powerful or dominant

What is the main purpose of the Cybercrime Law (Republic Act No. 10175) in the Philippines?

To deal with online crimes like identity theft, child pornography, and data misuse

What is one of the benefits of the Internet recognized by UNESCO?

It provides an unprecedented volume of resources for information and knowledge

What is libel, according to the Revised Penal Code of the Philippines?

When someone says something false and harmful about another person on purpose

What is one of the threats to the right to freedom of opinion and expression?

Libel and slander online

What is one of the economic influences of media and information literacy?

The creation of new jobs and business opportunities online

What is one of the ways in which social media can influence education?

By helping teachers and students connect and interact online

What is one of the risks associated with the Internet and media?

The opportunity for unscrupulous people to further their illegal activities

Study Notes

Film Techniques

  • Extreme Long Shot: sets the scene, shows where things are happening, and establishes character surroundings.
  • Long Shot: shows full characters from feet to head, including surroundings, to display character interactions.
  • Mid-Shot: captures characters from waist to head, focusing on facial expressions and body language, ideal for conversations and news reports.
  • Close-Up: emphasizes emotions and builds tension by focusing closely on a character's face.
  • Extreme Close-Up: zooms in on a specific object or body part to highlight details or emotions.

Angles

  • High Angle: looks down at the subject, making it seem small or vulnerable, often used to show weakness or vulnerability.
  • Low Angle: looks up at the subject, making it seem large or powerful, often used to show strength or dominance.

Opportunities, Challenges, and Threats in Media and Information

Opportunities

  • Online Shopping
  • Online Education
  • Citizen Journalism: the collection, dissemination, and analysis of news and information by the general public, especially through the Internet.

Challenges

  • Age-inappropriate content
  • Privacy invasion and identity theft
  • Illegal content
  • Human trafficking, force, fraud, or coercion to obtain a commercial sex act or labor
  • Child pornography
  • Racism and discrimination

Threats and Risks of Media and Information

  • Right to Freedom of Opinion and Expression: includes freedom to hold and express opinions without interference and to seek, receive, and impart information and ideas through any media and regardless of frontiers.
  • Libel/Slander: saying something false and harmful about another person on purpose, like damaging their reputation or job.
  • Piracy: copying and selling copyrighted material illegally at cheap prices.

Philippine Laws

  • Article 355 of the Revised Penal Code: prohibits libel.
  • Intellectual Property Code: protects intellectual property rights.
  • Anti-Camcording Law: prohibits camcording in cinemas.
  • Cybercrime Law (Republic Act No. 10175): deals with online crimes like identity theft, child pornography, and data misuse.

Influences of Media and Information Literacy

Education

  • Media can aid teaching and discussion through short films, articles, blogs, and digital tools.
  • Teachers can use interactive tools like Smart Boards for lessons.

Economic

  • Media innovation enables online selling and service provision.
  • New jobs have emerged, such as online tutoring, booking flights, selling art, YouTube reviews, blogging, photography, and IT work.

Social

  • Social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and email facilitate interaction, friendship, and relationships.

Political

  • The internet has increased political individuals, parties, and government agencies' online presence in the Philippines.

Learn about the different types of camera shots used in filmmaking, including extreme long shot, long shot, mid-shot, and close-up. Understand how each shot is used to set scenes, show character interactions, and convey emotions.

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