Deadly Weapon Tracking Shot
What does it look like?
This shot follows the path and motion of a weapon as it approaches a character. It could be a knife or axe thrown at someone, or a bullet shot from a gun.
How’s it done?
This shot can be done on set using a special rig for the object, or more commonly it is done as a CGI effect. It’s common to slow this shot down to prolong the time, but return to real time on impact.
When should I use it?
You can use this shot when you want to draw attention to the weapon, its unique motion path, and the deadly impact that is imminent.
My Bloody Valentine (2009)
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