PENERAPAN TEKNIK KAMERA HANDHELD UNTUK MENINGKATKAN UNSUR DRAMATIK DALAM FILM PENDEK UNPAID SOULS

Abstract

Unpaid Souls is a thriller short film that emphasizes a dramatic and
suspenseful atmosphere. The story follows a group of gamblers struggling
to survive in a game of death. The shooting not only focuses on angles and
lighting, but also uses handheld techniques to give the impression of
flexibility and free movement following the storyline. This technique
creates an intimate and emotional atmosphere, making the audience feel
the moment more deeply. This study aims to explore the effectiveness of
using handheld in building emotional atmosphere and character
connection with the audience. The results show that handheld emphasizes
emotional instability and strengthens the audience's immersion, especially
in conflict scenes or emotional moments.