CU in The Royal Tenenbaums 

This CU gives the audience insight into Richie’s live, encapsulating his depression and deterioration of his mental state. The CU with the simplistic/bare background focus and force the audiences attention onto Richie whilst making them feel uncomfortable and uneasy with anticipation. 

XLS in Forrest Gump 

This long shot highlights the depth of Forrest’s loss and his grief as it reveals and establishes the setting/grave. It also distances the audience away from Forrest making it harder for them to connect with him in this moment and leading them to feel sympathy for him and sadness with him. 

MS in The Titanic 

This MS gives the audience insight into Jack and Rose’s relationship presenting it as magical whilst also capturing the tenderness of young love. The MS allows this to be naturally interpreted as it shows the characters together within the beautiful setting.