Pull-focus

//pʊl ˈfəʊkəs// noun

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Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    A filming technique whereby the focal point is drawn towards the viewer; also a shot (as part of an edit) in which such a technique is used. Also used attributively.

    "...this image of pure light forms (through a pull-focus) into an image of a snow-covered field, in the middle of which is a mother holding her two sons."

Example

More examples

"...this image of pure light forms (through a pull-focus) into an image of a snow-covered field, in the middle of which is a mother holding her two sons."

Etymology

From pull + focus.

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