Film Language Tag: deep focus
A camera technique using a large depth of field in which multiple planes in the shot are all in focus simultaneously, usually with a special lens.
30 Film Clips
A Family of Geniuses , The Royal Tenenbaums
The narrator introduces Margot, Richie, and Chaz Tenenbaum as children.
A Sonata for Good Men, The Lives of Others
After receiving news of Jerska's death, Dreyman plays Sonata for Good Men on the piano.
Arbigast's Death, Psycho
Arbigast enters the house to look for Norman's mom and meets his untimely death.
At The Printers', Rome, Open City
Don Pierto visits the liberation group's secret printing press.
Battle of Piave, Call Me by Your Name
Elio tells Oliver about the battle of Piave.
Calvary Massacre of the Comanches, The Searchers
Ethan and Martin arrive at a Comanches' camp only to find it burned down and the people killed.
Dancing For Max, The Night Porter
Klaus performs a ballet routine for Max.
Dismantling Rashomon Gate, Rashomon
The woodcutter uses parts of Rashomon Bridge to start a fire, while the commoner attempts to understand the story.
Drop the Act, Bellissima
Spartaco and Maddalena get into a domestic quarrel.
El Rancho, Citizen Kane
A drunken Susan Alexander refuses to talk to Thompson, the reporter.
Ethan and Martha's Goodbye, The Searchers
Ethan says goodbye to Martha and leaves on a mission with the rangers.
Hello, A Fistful of Dollars
The stranger rides in on horseback into the main town area of San Miguel and meets the townsfolk.
Inquirer Party, Citizen Kane
The staff of The Inquirer celebrate the success of their newspaper with a party hosted by Kane.
Jigsaw Puzzles, Citizen Kane
Susan Alexander Kane does jigsaw puzzles to pass her time at Xanadu.
La Marseillaise, Casablanca
Laszlo rallies everyone to sing La Marseillaise louder than the German officers' singing.
Opening a Bookstore, Life Is Beautiful
Guido visits the government office to apply to open his bookstore.
Primal Scene, Citizen Kane
Mrs. Mary Kane makes arrangements with Mr. Thatcher about raising young Charles in the city, while Charles plays outside.
Richie and Margot Reunite, The Royal Tenenbaums
Margot meets her brother, Richie, who has returned from his voyage at sea.
Rosebud Reveal, Citizen Kane
Kane's belongings at Xanadu are catalogued or discarded, and the truth behind "rosebud" is revealed to the audience.
Susan's Suicide Attempt, Citizen Kane
Kane lets Susan quit Opera singing after she attempts suicide by overdose.
Thatcher Library, Citizen Kane
Thompson visits the Thatcher Library to find more information on Kane.
The Audition , Bellissima
After seeing Maria's audition reel, Maddalena confronts the filmmakers about their rude comments.
The Noblewoman's Testimony, Rashomon
The noblewoman recounts her version of the incident in the woods at court.
They Aren't Fairy Tales, Bellissima
Maddalena tells Spartaco why she likes the movies.
They Aren't White, The Searchers
Ethan and Martin arrive at a military fort looking for Debbie, but encounter other rescued caucasian women.
Tilda Spernanzoni, Bellissima
Tilda Spernanzoni visits the Cecconis to teach Maria how to act.
Ugarte Is Arrested, Casablanca
The police arrive at Rick's and arrest Ugarte.
Ventimiglia, The Conformist
Marcello is ordered to assassinate Professor Quadri.
You're Going to Die Up There, The Exorcist
Regan comes downstairs in the midst of her mother's party.