My role in this project
In my group of four, the role I was given was the role of a cinematographer in film production! However, I had no idea where to begin with this role and I know it is extremely important. Without CINEMAtography, there is no cinema. And so, that is what I focused my research on about here.
Here is a helpful video that gave me a quick insight of cinematography!
My take away
Cinematography is the art of visual storytelling. It is one of the most essential elements in shaping how a story feels and is understood by an audience.
Every shot, camera, movement, and lighting decision carries meaning and emotion. For example, a close-up shot isn’t just to show a character’s face, it’s to help the viewer connect with their internal emotions and thoughts. In contrast, a wide shot can make a character seem small or vulnerable, creates meaning without dialogue. Lighting and color is important to set the tone and mood of a scene. Warm lighting can create a sense of comfort/safety, while color tones often suggests sadness/fear/isolation.
Another key takeaway was that cinematography is about intentionality, every creative choice behind the camera should have a purpose. Whether it’s the framing of a shot, the camera distance, or how lighting hits a character’s face, each decision must reinforce the film’s narrative. The video also made me realize that when cinematography is done well, it becomes invisible. We don’t consciously notice it but we feel the effect.
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