Film Language Tag: infrared

The band of invisible electromagnetic energy (light) just below the visible spectrum generally experienced to some extent as heat. Some film stocks are intentionally sensitive to infrared light and may be used for extremely low light situations or when a particular visual effect is desired. Infrared film is often used to create a night-vision effect. Kroon, R. W. A/V a to z: An encyclopedic dictionary of media, entertainment and other Audiovisual terms. McFarland, 2014.