Camera Movement !

Here are some words and definitions:

1. In the opening scene of the film, we can see an establishing shot used on a crane which then slowly zooms in on a moving car.

2. This is an example of a mid shot zoomed image. This is used to show the audience the surroundings.

3. This scene uses the camera technique "Tracking/Crabbing" (which continues throughout this scene) as we can see the camera glides to the left to try and focus on the moving car.

4. In this scene, the camera tries to follow the moving car next to the train. This is another example of the "Tracking/Crabbing" technique.

5. In this scene, the camera switches to inside the train as we can see Thomas and others sat in the sits. This is an example of a Long Shot (Establishing Shot).

6. The next scene is shot in an "Extreme Close - Up" as the two people in the car try their best to catch up to the train. This is used to create tension in the audience and to show the concentration in the man's face.

7. The camera switches back to another Long Shot (Establishing Shot) as the chase continues. This clip is another example of a "Tracking/Crabbing" technique.

8. In this scene, the camera uses another "Tracking/Crabbing" technique but it focuses inside the train. The couple in the car reach the top of the train and the train drivers spot them. This type of camera angle is called "Over the shoulder".

9. In this scene, we can see Thomas sat in front of the car that's driving up to the moving train. The camera angle is another Long Shot (Establishing Shot) and the technique is another "Tracking/Crabbing".

10. The camera angle and technique do not change in this scene as Thomas manages to get onto the train and waits for his friend who jumps from the now empty car.This camera angle is used to a feeling of anxiety and worry as we hope he reaches the train.