Bullet Time
What does it look like?
It’s a shot that takes normal time and slows it down to show what would normally be unfilmable or imperceptible events, such as bullets flying through the air.
How’s it done?
This shot is CGI.
When should I use it?
Use this shot when you want to draw attention to objects or events that would normally be imperceptible to an audience. It can prolong a moment for emphasis or just for stylized filmmaking.
The Matrix (1999)
Synopsis: In this complex story that aspires to mythology, a computer hacker (Keanu Reeves) searches for the truth behind the mysterious force known as the Matrix. He finds his answer with a group of strangers led by the charismatic Morpheus (Laurence Fishburne).
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