Table 9: Camera Operator Actions According to the Strategic/Tactical Dichotomy


Strategy Tactic
visual displays of spatial organization
subjective camera movement (i.e. walking)
visual  marking of physical structure
distortion of appearance, evasion of structure, or overcoming a boundary
oral definition of subject
oral redefinition of subject
placement within a position of power
placement within a position of weakness
direct effect on activity
indirect effect on activity


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