The three-act structure is a model used in narrative fiction that divides a story into three distinct parts: the Setup, the Confrontation, and the Resolution.  

Camera work can be categorised into three main sections:

A) The framing or length of the shot  

B) The angle of the shot  

C) The movement of the camera within the shot  

Each of these elements contributes to the film’s mood, atmosphere, character development, and overall story. By analysing camera work, we can understand how the director manipulates and guides the audience’s experience throughout the film.

Act 1
The first act typically introduces the main characters and their circumstances within the world they inhabit. Later, a significant event known as the inciting incident or catalyst occurs, challenging the main character. Their attempts to address this incident led to a dramatic situation.

Act 2
Rising action typically illustrates the main characters’ efforts to resolve the problem introduced by the initial turning point. However, these attempts often lead to an increasingly difficult situation. The characters must confront their issues, even though they lack the necessary skills to handle the antagonistic forces they face. Throughout this process, the characters gain greater awareness of themselves and their abilities, ultimately leading to personal growth and change.

Act 3
The resolution of the story and its subplots occurs after the climax, which is the moment when the central tension of the narrative reaches its peak. This intense scene answers the dramatic question and gives the main character a new understanding of who they are.