The Truman Show - Cinematography

The Truman Show – Analysing “Cinematography”

“Good Afternoon, Good Evening, Good Night” scene

Cinematography

Throughout this first scene, it uses a 180 degree rule between Truman and the family across the road during their conversation. A POV shot from Truman’s perspective is then used when the dog jumps on him to give a sense of shock and to put the audience in his perspective. After the dog leaves, a canted angle shot has been used, in which I think is important as it shows that Truman is the. Then, when the lamp is miraculously falling from the sky, an aerial shot is used to demonstrate to the audience how high it is and how quickly it is falling. This also creates a very dynamic and open view and gives a sense of space.

Later in the scene, when Truman is walking through town, a vignette has been added to give a sense that someone is watching him. Establishing shots are also used in this part of the scene to clearly show the layout of the town. Then, when the 2 men bump into Truman, an extreme close-up shot has been used to show his expressions and almost panic.