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  - Author, The Visual Story: Creating the Visual Structure of Film, TV and Digital Media
- Study each component and look for examples in films
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Seven Visual Story Components

Cue	Notes
	Space: Shallow shots convey calmness. Dutch angle portrays something is wrong. Emphasize longitudinal planes. Stage objects perpendicular to the picture plane. Dolly in and out. Separate with contrast. Wide angle, telephoto lens.
	Line and Shape: Movement in a predictable pattern vs noticeable pattern in unpredictable movement. Squint (linear motif). Light emphasis. Intentional staging. Linear motif storyboard. Simplify.
	Tone: Grey vs. black and white. Portrayal of dichotomy with lighting. Emphasize objects with tone.
	Color: Orange and teal are two most favorite film colors. Lens filters. Magic hour (when the sun is below the horizon).
	Movement: Background affects complexity. Contrast from background. Where character is facing/body language.
	Rhythm: Pillars and picket fences create rhythm. Background structure. Sequential similar shapes create a montage.

Use light and dark lighting to show a split decision.