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Cinematographic techniques used in Million Dollar Baby
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What the thread found
- A notable transition from exterior to interior shooting uses an iris pull of approximately five stops without additional techniques to conceal it, creating an effect similar to automatic iris adjustment on a camcorder
- The iris pull technique works effectively despite being unconventional, relying on technical confidence rather than standard transition methods
- Focus pulling throughout the film demonstrates precision and careful iris marking
Depends on
- The specific iris pull technique is described as unconventional and may require particular conditions or skill to execute successfully
- The technical approach chosen appears to prioritize aesthetic effect over hiding the mechanics of the transition