Secrets and Lies Analysis

Favourite Swede/Mr Phillips

I chose this as my favourite swede as it replicates the film very well, it uses famous catch phrases and the costume is done well. There is also a variety and good use of camera shots, out of all the swedes i have seen this is the best one

Camera Movement

Pan Shot - This shot is used to see whats around the setting

 Tilt - a tilt shot  is used to see the object that is focused in the camera from top to bottom

 Aerial Shot -This is used to see large landscapes, it would be shot from a high point in the air (helicopter)



 Zoom In - a zoom in shot is used to focus the audiences attention on the object it also lets us see clearly the facial expressions on the characters or what a certain object someone maybe holding


 Whip Pan - A whip pan shot is used to make the audience seem like the characters and in the same place when there actually in completely different settings. It also adds a feeling of suspense because of the quickness of the shot as the audience don't know what there going to see next.



 Tracking Shot - this kind of shot can be used in many ways, it can be used to explore the environment in the film, it is used to give a detailed tour of the situation that may be going on and it can also be used to follow the characters for example in this clip we follow the character around the room so we can see what's around him whilst still following him.



 -  Crane Shot - This shot is filmed from a crane it is used to show the actors from above or to move away from them, it is commonly used at the end of films this may be because as its moving away its given us the impression that the story has ended.


   Pull Focus - This shot is used to change the focus during a shot. In this clip the camera is focused on the man and then gradually starts to focus of the object he is holding, this is used so that we can clearly see what the character is holding in full detail.


   Zoom Out - This shot is used to make the audience feel like there leaving the scene and moving on to the next one. This shot doesnt require the camera to move it only needs to alter the length of the lens.

 Handheld Shot - This shot is not on any tripod or  any stable object it is simply held by the camera man this makes the audience feel like there in the scene, it adds a sense of realness to it.


   Dolly Shot - This shot is similar to the tracking shot but it also moves in and out (closer/further away from the subject). A dolly shot is very natural but it can create suspense which is why it is good.


   Steadicam Shot - This make the shot smooth especially when going over an uneven surface or moving quickly

Framing/Shot Distance

 Close up - This shot is taken at a close range and focused on a certain subject which takes up most of the frame. A close up of a person will show the emotion in their face and what their feeling at the time. In this shot you can see the emotion in which this character is feeling, the water in her eyes is very significant as it shows the audience the upset and even fear. The make up on the character is very detailed as its done perfectly which shows this character may be a love interest and very girlie.

(Liam Neeson) Extreme close up - This is a shot that is used in film, photography or television. It shows great detail  and can also show the emotion coming from the subject. This shot from the film 'The Grey' is used to show the audience the determination in the characters eyes but also the fear of what he;s about to face. It also shows the detail in the cut on his face and the frost, this is giving us the impression that he's been through dark times and had to be aggressive.

(Reese Witherspoon) Medium/close up shot - This is between a mid shot and a close up. It shows the actresses face without being too close and intimate but at the same time shows an action they may be doing. In this shot you can see the fear in her eyes, it also shows her talking on the phone which could imply that she may be talking to a dangerous/threatening character. The background is what seems to be the characters house with the fear on her face imply s to me that she is alone in her house.

(Spiderman)Medium shot - This shot shows mostly upper half of the character and also shows a good detailed background which shows the audience what is going on. This shot shows us what the character is going through and what state he is in, although you cannot see his face this shot shows his actions with his arms which shows he is in some sort of distress and who is causing this, this is very significant.

Long shot - in this shot the subject is still the focus/target in the frame. It also shows us what is around the subject and still shows the body language so we can see what the character is feeling but not in much detail which leaves the audience wondering.