This chat show is filmed within a studio, this would be a set that gets put up whenever it is needed. It gives the impression that it is an actual studio when really it is just a set within a studio. Multi camera broadcasts are used within a chat show rather than a single camera as this allows lots more angles to be captured within a time frame. They can switch to different cameras which give off different angles rather than using one camera to cover all the angles and shots. It also makes the show run smoothly as there is no waiting to change the one camera to a different angle, they can use all their cameras to cover the angles they need. There would possibly be around 2-4 cameras used, one or two would be on a track at the front which follows the movement of the guests on the chairs and the conversations they are having and who they are with. If one guest was having a conversation with Graham then they would use a shot reverse shot to capture this to show the conversation. The camera angle would be straight on and the guest would be on a diagonal talking to the presenter or another guest. Close ups get used throughout this clip to show the emotion on David Beckham's face, due to him telling a funny story more close ups are used to show is facial expressions and his laughter. When the Graham is talking to a guest the right hand camera zooms out to capture the conversation taking place and their body expressions. When a guests talks to the other guest the camera zooms out to focus on them both speaking, a focus pull is then used to focus back onto David's facial expressions. Due to this clip being mainly about David himself, the cameras are mainly focused on himself and on Graham when he asks questions. This shows interaction. Interaction is also shown when the audience boo, this creates an atmosphere as it shows their is a readily available live crowd. The logo on the bottom right corner is the logo used for The Graham Norton show, by having this it creates communication with the audience as it lets them know what the show is and creates brand awareness for the show.
The main visual style for this chat show is the studio, the main colours used are pink and red. This makes the set stand out and shows the viewers that the target audience is any gender. There are props used such as cue cards for the presenter, chairs and tables. The chairs create a homely effect, due to Graham sitting away from them, this shows his authority and how it is is show and he is running it. If he was sat next to him this would create an equal level of them all which is not what is wanted. The shots used vary from long ones to fast ones, this keeps the viewers interested and creates an atmosphere. The long ones are usually when a conversation is taking place, the camera would be focused on the guest talking and wouldn't leave their focus until someone says something or the presenter asks a question. Chat shows are usually about 80% scripted, there would be a set amount of questions which would be asked to the guests and then any unscripted questions could then be asked to follow up on the guests reply. There would be small constraints for a chat show due to it being in a studio and the space being limited, the wires for the camera would be the man worry due to it being a trip hazard. A rigger would possibly follow behind holding the cables to avoid any accidents.
Within a chat show like Graham Norton, a wide shot is used to capture the guests and the presenter. The presenter is clearly identifiable due to him sitting in a different area facing them. Wide shots allow everything to be captured such as the set and the props available.
A shot reverse shot is used when a conversation is taking place, the cameras would switch between the two individuals speaking to show that a conversation is taking place.
Close ups are used through out chat shows, they are usually focused onto the main guests the conversation is taking place around. In this case the camera is focused on David Beckham with the use of a close up to show detail and his facial expressions being used.
Sketch of the layout for Graham Norton Chat Show and the identified camera angles.
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