pull-focus

English

Etymology

From pull + focus.

Pronunciation

• (UK) IPA^(key): /pʊl ˈfəʊkəs/

Noun

pull-focus

1. (film, television) 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.
   • 1989, R Bruce Elder, Image and Identity: Reflections on Canadian Film and Culture, page 384:

     ...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.

   • 2007, Gary Hudson et al., The Broadcast Journalism Handbook, page 212:

     To set up a pull-focus shot, frame your shot so that the two subjects, at different distances from the camera, are in view.

Translations

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

• French: rattrapage de point m

See also

• push-focus