deep focus
Americannoun
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the focusing of a filmed scene so as to make near and distant objects equally clear.
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a shot utilizing a large depth of field.
Example Sentences
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The thing Andrzej and I were very clear on was that it was deep focus, very crisp, which gave it a kind of hyperreal quality.
From Salon • Apr. 14, 2025
Spencer maintains a look of deep focus on his face.
From BBC • Jan. 31, 2025
Some repertory film theater should spotlight this group with a week of programming, if only to properly see “Mank” cinematographer Erik Messerschmidt’s deep focus “Citizen Kane” hat tips.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 20, 2024
So when you say research, it is a real deep focus on AI.
From The Verge • May 13, 2022
The world around me comes into deep focus.
From "Love, Hate & Other Filters" by Samira Ahmed
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