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The ONLY 9 Shots You Need To Tell Any Story

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These days, it feels like everyone is trying to make the most cinematic video ever. And sure it’s nice to make something that looks good…
but the story is what really matters.

In this video, I break down the only 9 shots you need to tell almost any story, based on years of experience in filmmaking, commercial directing, and now making (solo) YouTube videos.

These are the shots I keep coming back to again and again. They’re simple, flexible, and powerful and I’ll show you how they work, why they matter, and how to use them to bring your stories to life.

No complicated gear. No over-the-top setups. Just 9 shots that actually help you tell a story!

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CHAPTERS:

00:00 Introduction
00:45 Shot 1 – The Wide Shot
01:36 Shot 2 – The Medium Shot
02:29 Shot 3 – The Close Up Shot
03:35 Shot 4 – Over The Shoulder
04:41 Shot 5 – Point of View
05:45 Shot 6 – Tracking Shot
06:38 Shot 7 – Movement in Frame
07:30 Shot 8 – Push In or Push Out
08:29 Shot 9 – Walk Away Shot
09:43 Free Guide
10:07 Bonus Shot 1
11:13 Bonus Shot 2

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