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establishing shot

The Establishing Shot
2 Nov 2015

The Establishing Shot

by Mark Petitfils | posted in: Lessons From the Best | 0

It may be difficult to believe, but the opening shot of any kind of film is often the most difficult to choose. I often wait until the project is complete before I even attempt it. If the opening shot is … Continued

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