BASIC CAMERA SHOTS When shooting, a director needs to think about a myriad of ways to present content to the viewer. One object can be portrayed in so many different ways buy altering the light which it is shown or simply repositioning the camera. In a film, space is defined by the frame (the screen). "Framing" refers to the relationship of the objects in the shot to the frame. For example, tight framing is often used for close shots. Close shots are typically used to show the viewer something in detail such as a character's facial expressions. Loose framing is used in long shots to allow characters to have more freedom of movement while also showcasing more of the scenery behind them. Everything in the frame is there for a reason. A wide shot refers to the content and purpose of the shot, not the width of the actual frame as this cannot be changed. Wide shots give a broad view of an area. Extreme wide shots are often used as establishing shots due to the dep...