Camera Shots analysis on Casino Royale opening

There are several different camera shot angles used in the opening of Casino Royale to show different meanings. The first camera shot used is a wide shot as it includes a crowd of people and the intention is to focus on the character that recieves a telephone call so that it becomes immediately apparent to the audience which character is the main focus. The next shot is a point of view shot because it films the text message recieved being looked at from the characters point of view, this effects the viewer as it enhances their understanding of the text as they are viewing it from the characters view.

The next shot used is a close up to show the characters feelings and emotions towards the text. Then many medium shots are used to show the character in detail whilst still focusing on the main subject. A low angle shot is used when the character jumps from one place to another to show the extent of the jump. After this an ariel shot is included to show a crowd of people and toemphasise the large number of people present. It is also used to emphasise the how rapid the chase is.

Pan shot follows are included to show the continuation of the chase as it follows the chase across several different locations and keeps the viewer engaged.Long shots are also used to show the full body movement during the chase to have a bigger impact on the audience and keep them engaged and make them feel involved. During the chase there are also many point of view shots to show what the characters are seeing from different perspectives.

There is an explosion and this is included as a high angle shot so that the character is percieved as powerless against the explosion.Low shots and pan shot follows are used when the chase is on the scaffolding to follow the characters' movements during the chase. A pan shot is also used to set the location of the chase on the scaffolding which is surrounded by a picturesque beach view. Followed by this is a zoom because the camera moves nearer to the characters to focus on their movements in detail.