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The camera is more than a tool — it’s the storyteller’s voice. Charleston Director of Photography Owen Hamilton explains how aspect ratio, framing, and camera movement shape how audiences feel a story. Whether you’re choosing a widescreen format to highlight the environment or a square frame to isolate emotion, each decision helps define tone and meaning.
There’s no single right answer — only what best serves your story.
Explore more filmmaking resources and submit your short film at https://scetv.org/nextlens.
