Scene Breakdown (Shot-by-Shot)

Before completing this survey, make sure to review shot selection. This means terms such as long shot, medium shot, close-up, and so on.

Now, see a good film with a variety of settings. Pay attention to one scene, running just a minute or two. In your response, make sure to name the film and filmmaker. Make a list of the frames and try to determine the strategy of each. Why a close-up here? A medium shot there? What was the purpose behind the director's calling for each of these frames?