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This is also an interesting chapter about making films. The reading shows us how to be successful when shooting a scene with the camera. One thing that many of us neglect is that the frame that the actors appear on the screen does matter as it impacts the audience’s experience. From this, I got to learn a new interesting term used in film production: the “The rule of thirds”. This is a really useful tool for all directors and filmmakers when they outline the scenes during the films and how to put the characters properly in the frame. What I found particularly insightful is how this rule goes beyond just aesthetics—it becomes a storytelling device. For example, as stated in the text, with a low-angle camera, the characters would appear to be more powerful and dominant. Conversely, with a high-angle one, the characters would likely show their vulnerabilities or weaknesses. Personally, I like the sentence: “the eyes are the window to the soul” when it is applied to shooting a scene. It is obvious that the more the audiences see the characters’ eyes, the more they will relate to their story and the plot.

The StudioBinder article “What is the Rule of Thirds — Definition and Examples” explains how this classic filmmaking technique helps create balanced, engaging shots by dividing the frame into a 3×3 grid. It shows how directors use—and sometimes break—the rule in films like Mission Impossible: Fallout and The Avengers to guide audience focus and enhance storytelling.

https://www.studiobinder.com/blog/what-is-the-rule-of-thirds/?utm_source=chatgpt.com