A movie review evaluates both content and formal elements of a film. Content includes plot, characters, and setting. Form encompasses cinematography, lighting, sound, editing, and costumes
Cinematography is the art of telling stories through moving images. Cinematographer orchestrates visual aspects of film production. Requires technical skills in photography, camera mechanics, and lighting
Deep focus requires small aperture and lots of light, showing multiple planes. Shallow focus focuses on one plane, often used in close-ups. Racking focus changes focus between foreground and background. Zoom shot changes lens focal length to appear closer or farther
Cinematography captures moving images through chemical or digital processes. Cinematographer translates director's vision into usable footage. Film or digital recording choice affects image quality and technical aspects
Films must be completed after January 1, 2018. Short films limited to 45 minutes runtime. Student films must be submitted within two years of graduation. All submissions must be in original language with English subtitles
Image divided into nine equal parts by two horizontal and two vertical lines. Important elements should be placed along these lines or their intersections. Creates tension and interest better than simply centering subject