The Heat Cinematography

Tracking Close Up One of the initial shots of the scene. This is used to set the tone early on. By having a close up and tracking shot on his feet it firstly disconnects the audience from the character which supports the idea that the heist was a stealthily set up as the thieves were not identified by the security. It also shows a “calm before the storm”, although it is not silent in the seen all you see is the feet which in effects silences everything else.

 High Angle Shot Used to set the scene. Shows how outnumbered they are but by panning from the thief to the office it shows that they have total view and control of the situation. Also shows any potential problems that they will face.

 Long Shot Gives another overview of the area. Shows one of the thieves getting into position and reveals another guard. Around him it is business as usual, once again showing how incognito the thieves are. 

 Over The Shoulder/Two Shot The over the shoulder camera angle shows that either the security guard or the thief will be restrained. However it can also be seen that the thief is the one at a disadvantage as he has his back turned to the guard. 

 Mid Shot Shows the guard as another target who is oblivious to what is about to happen. As the main man guarding the safe this shows why the robbers were able to infiltrate the bank so quickly. 

 Shaky Cam As the action begins this shows the erratic behaviour of the civilians who are frightened for their lives. Coming after the guard is beaten unconscious it also works as his view of the situation as he is knocked around. 

 High Angle Longshot Shows that the thieves have taken over the bank without trouble. In the previous High angle shot exits were shown clearly however now it shows that the bank is in a lockdown situation. The subdued bankers also show the power the thieves have even though they are severely outnumbered. 

 Two Shot This is the first shot that shows a clear view of how heavily armed the robbers are. It also shows that although they have guns they are need to remain discreet as to not alert anyone of the heist. It only shows the torso of the man which takes up half of the screen. This continues to show how powerful he is.