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Why WIDE SHOTS are key for any filmmaker!

Published 11 months ago • 1 min read

Hi Reader,

Hope you're having a great week! With the weekend around the corner, I find myself planning the next filming day for my latest movie, CONTAMINATION.

And it makes me think on the importance of WIDE SHOTS!

Now, if you're not a filmmaker, you might be asking, "What the heck is a wide shot? And why should I care?"

Because it's a form of visual storytelling, that's why! And my promise to you is to always open your world to storytelling techniques beyond just writing.

The first few reasons why a Wide Shot is important are that it:

  • Sets the scene and location.
  • Establishes scale and grandeur.
  • Builds character relationships.

For the rest of the reasons, check out my article on this topic here!

And if you'd rather watch a video with examples from hit and classic movies, check out my latest video here!

Let me know your thoughts on the use of wide shots as a storytelling tool, and please share any tips I might have left out!

Thank you, Reader, for reading. Here's wishing you an amazing week full of creativity and success! Stay creative!

Neil

Learn more about storytelling, screenwriting, and filmmaking:​ www.neilchasefilm.com.

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Neil Chase

Filmmaker, Writer and Story Consultant

Neil Chase is a story and writing coach, award-winning screenwriter, actor, and author of the horror-western novel, Iron Dogs. Neil believes that all writers have the potential to create great work. His passion is helping writers find their voice and develop their skills so that they can create stories that are both entertaining and meaningful. If you’re ready to take your writing to the next level, join the email list for writing tips and inspiration!

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