A photograph or film shot taken at close range to show detail, or any detailed view of something. Often written as 'close-up' with a hyphen.
Compound word from 'close' + 'up', first used in photography and cinematography in the early 20th century. The term reflects the technical need to describe different shot distances in visual media.
The closeup shot revolutionized cinema by allowing audiences to see actors' emotions in unprecedented detail. D.W. Griffith was among the first directors to master this technique, understanding that faces could tell stories as powerfully as actions.
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