Skills Recap

In this clip of The Ring, shot reverse shot was used extremely often to show reactions of the character, and then what she was looking at/reacting at. The lengths of the shots ranged from long shots to progressively build up tension, and more short shots to get a faster pace to create fear and make a more tense atmosphere. There was a range of shots used within this clip, but close ups were used the most, to show the reactions and facial expressions of the character. Long shots were also used to show the surroundings and location of the character. Many high angles were used, to show the character's inferiority and weakness, as well as low angles to show superiority, like when there is a low angle of the stairs to show the hauntings overpowering the character. Most of the other shots are used at an eyeline angle. Colour was effectively used in The Ring, as all the surroundings and the character's clothing were of dull colours, like white, black and grey. This ties in with the lighting, as dim lighting was used throughout to reflect the atmosphere and surroundings of the scene.