Angles and Composition

The difference between a high and a low shot is the position of the camera and its angle on the subject, as well as the perspective that's given off. A high angle is captured from a camera placed above the subject looking down, whereas a low angle positions the camera below a subject's eyes to look up at them. When you show them on screen, a high angle generally makes a character appear weak or submissive, whereas a low angle does quite the opposite and makes the subject appear powerful or dominant. An eye-level angle is different because it requires the camera to be placed right at the subject's height, causing the least discomfort to the audience. This technique often gives off no dramatic power and remains neutral, which makes it good for interviews or news castings.