Well, to start, I don't think camera angles enhance the story. What they can do is help develop character, set a tone or mood, and make the audience feel something—either consciously or subconsciously. The first question for the director and the DP is does the camera have a "presence?" Is it objective, or subjective? From there, the questions and conversations need to be: is the camera going to be intimate or observing? Warm or cold? So, how can we best use the camera to "develop character?" Start with blocking. Create interesting actions and movements for the actors, then place the camera to enhance this, to invoke the emotion you desire.

Decades of film language to draw from. Pretend every shot is going to cost time and money and you are only able to “print” one or two takes. Now you won’t film a lot of unnecessary insert shots and meaningless set-ups. If you are going to take the time to light and “print” a shot, it had better be necessary. “Set-ups” need to “pay off”.

When I’m directing a film production, I treat each camera angle as a tool to serve the story. I start by diving deep into the script to understand the emotional beats and narrative flow, which helps me visualize how each shot can amplify the mood, tension, or character dynamics. I meticulously plan compositions that not only look visually stunning but also align with the story’s intent. But during production, I always remain open to creative ideas on set, because sometimes the best angles emerge organically. Whether it’s a tight close-up to capture raw emotion or a wide shot to emphasize the scene, I always ask how the perspective supports the story and engages the audience. My goal is to make every frame a meaningful part of the story.

Directing a film is like orchestrating a dance—every camera angle needs to hit the right note 1. The Close-Up for Drama: When emotions are bubbling like a pot of spaghetti on high heat, zoom in. Let the tears or smirks do the talking. 2. The Wide Shot for Context: Show the whole scene—it’s the cinematic equivalent of, ‘Look at this mess!’ Perfect for when the character is feeling overwhelmed (or just misplaced in the desert). 3. The Low Angle for Power: Want a character to look like they own the room? Shoot from below—just don’t accidentally include your sneakers in the frame. 4.Experiment Like a Mad Scientist: Tilt, pan, spin—whatever gets the vibe right. One man’s headache-inducing Dutch angle is another’s thrilling plot twist.