WEBISODE 13 - BANQUO'S CHAIR DOCTRINAIRE
May 6, 2016 - Explores Hitchcock's varied uses of above-angle camera shots in his films, including his TV episode "Banquo's Chair."
Guest commentary by:
William C. Martell (screenwriter for HBO & Showtime)
John P. Hess of FilmmakerIQ
William Dickerson
Matthew Stubstad
Forris Day of Rolling Tape
Sponsored by:
NOTES:
In this episode, we explore the various uses of high shots.
Other techniques:
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Needle-in-Haystack - A shot that shows the audience a small hidden secret within a big space that no one else knows about.
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Oversized Props - These can create a clausterphobic feeling in a small space.
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Small Talk - during a tense moment, the characters talk about something entirely trivial.
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Surprise Twist - Setting up a small unnoticable plot element that becomes a big surprise later.
The full episode of "Banquo's Chair" (1959) can be found on DVD.
