. Filmmaking: Medium Shots How to use medium shots to create harmonious film sequences Next we're going to discuss the different framing possibilities you have when using medium shots in your films. For starters, medium shots (MS) allow you to have more than one character in the frame at a time. Another benefit of the medium shot is that it allows you to capture body language (hand gestures, shrugs etc.) which the close up doesn't allow you to capture. However, the medium shot is close enough that you still have access to the facial expressions of the actor's). The medium shot, along with the close-up shots are the film industry's favorite shots at the moment. They work well in conjunction with one another because medium shots can establish the context of a scene (who's involved, what's the setting, what's the mood etc.) while close-up shots capture more particular facial features and expressions. The biggest limitation of the medium shot is that you won't be able to fit more than 3 - 4 actors in the frame at one time. When you have too many primary actors in a frame, you'll need to use your full shot to capture the action.   Continue Below... Filmmaking Medium Shot Full Shot / Establishing Shot Line of Sight Cinematography no no's       .

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