Cinematography analytical task

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1) Write an analysis of the cinematography in the opening sequence. Highlight your use of media language and try to cover camera shots, angles and movement using the terminology we have learned in lessons. 

Establishing shot was the first shot to show the laboratory and where the scene would take place. The camera was slight shaky to add realism when the scientist is running and was panning to the action. Close ups were used and the scientists face was zoomed in on gradually as the tension built up. Tracking shits were also used to draw the audience in and when the kids are playing D&D the camera is eye level to make the audience feel as if they just walked into the room.

2) How does the camerawork give the audience clues about the setting, narrative and character?

The establishing shot shows the audience the scene takes place in a laboratory.. The close ups on the kids playing D&D shows that they are fooling around and almost brings a false tension to add suspense

Secondly, find and analyse one film or TV still image. Add the image to your blogpost. 

3) Analyse the camera shot/angle in the image and what it communicates to the audience. Remember to highlight the media terminology you use.





Establishing shot used to show the great change in the world due to the apocalypse. Rick is on his horse and is made to loom small and insignificant. The skyline of Atlanta is clear and large ahead of Rick which reinforces the stillness of the world



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