Cinematography Merit Badge

CINEMATOGRAPHY

1. Do the following:
1. Discuss and demonstrate the proper elements of a good motion picture. In your discussion, include visual storytelling, rhythm, the 180-axis rule, camera movement, framing and composition of camera shots, and lens selection.
2. Discuss the cinematographer's role in the moviemaking process.
2. Do the following:
1. In a three- or four-paragraph treatment, tell the story you plan to film, making sure that the treatment conveys a visual picture.