Meaning of pull-focus | Babel Free

Definitions

A filming technique whereby the focal point is drawn towards the viewer; also a shot (as part of an edit) in which such a technique is used. Also used attributively.

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Examples

“...this image of pure light forms (through a pull-focus) into an image of a snow-covered field, in the middle of which is a mother holding her two sons.”

“To set up a pull-focus shot, frame your shot so that the two subjects, at different distances from the camera, are in view.”

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