In class, we analyzed shorts from the YouTube channel ShortCutsTV, which harbors short films made my students across the U.S. Prior to learning the proper names and effects of camera angels and camera shots, we were put to analyze a hand full of short films. Before knowing all that I do now from class, my analysis were vague and brief, showcasing a lack of understanding of camera angles and their effects on a film. I had minimal knowledge on film before getting into the analyzation process. I focused on the color within each short, trying to create an understanding of what they meant, why it was placed there, and it's effect. I linked back many camera angles with suspense, not knowing the other feelings different shots could evoke. I also focused more on the actor's acting, trying to link that with emotions brought up in the films. Along with visual effects that did not necessarily pertain to camera angles, but rather pertained to the feeling or originality within the shorts.
If I were to go back and re-watched the films, I feel I would have a larger understanding and would be able to make connections to many more things.