Thursday, 22 November 2012

Film Language

             



Cinematography is the way the moving image is recorded mainly to do with the camera and lighting, the person operating the camera is the cinematographer.
These people will work closely with the director, Gaffer and Grips.

  • Director of photographer (DOP)
  • Camera operator
  • Focus puller
  • clapper loader
  • lighting department (Gaffer and Sparks)
  • Grip department (Riggers) 
                                                         Lighting




key light


The key light is the bright  and main light on the subject.



Filler light


The filler light softens the harsh key light and eliminates shadows


Back light


The back light adds  to depth of the field, counters the key light and makes the subject look more rounded.

Under Light



The under light is  when the main source of light id from the key and the filler light to create deep shadows.

Top Lighting


Top lighting is when the main source of lighting comes from above the subject, highlighting features to create a glamorous and flattering look

Low-key Lighting


Using the the key and back-lights, a sharp contrast of light and dark is created, forming deep shadows.

High-key lighting


Using more filler lights to create a bright, daylight effect




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