angle shot (B1)
noun phrase
Pronunciation: /ˈæŋɡəl ʃɒt/
Definition
A shot taken from a specific angle, often to add visual interest or emphasize a particular aspect of the subject.
Examples
The director asked the cameraman to take an angle shot of the actor's face to convey their emotions.
The photographer's use of angle shots added depth and complexity to the portrait.
How to Use angle shot
- take an angle shot (verb phrase)
- to capture an image from a specific angle — "The photographer took an angle shot of the city skyline to capture its grandeur."
- use an angle shot (verb phrase)
- to employ an angle shot in a film or photograph — "The director used an angle shot to add tension to the scene."
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