# Cinematic Prompt Design Guide

The key to generating high-quality videos lies in using professional camera language and narrative structure. Below are the core elements for cinematic-level prompts:

## Prompt Structure Formula

```
[Scene Overview] + [Shot Design] + [Camera Movement] + [Lighting & Atmosphere] + [Visual Style]
```

## 1. Camera Language

### Shot Size

| Shot Size | Keywords | Effect |
|-----------|----------|--------|
| Extreme Wide Shot | `extreme wide shot`, `establishing shot` | Environment setup, narrative opening |
| Wide/Full Shot | `wide shot`, `full shot` | Show full body and environment relationship |
| Medium Shot | `medium shot`, `waist shot` | Daily conversation, natural intimacy |
| Medium Close-up | `medium close-up` | Emotional expression, character relationships |
| Close-up | `close-up` | Facial expressions, psychological portrayal |
| Extreme Close-up | `extreme close-up`, `detail shot` | Emphasize details, emotional climax |

### Camera Movement

| Movement Type | Keywords | Use Cases |
|---------------|----------|-----------|
| Push In | `push in`, `dolly in`, `zoom in` | Emphasize focus, guide attention |
| Pull Out | `pull out`, `dolly out`, `zoom out` | Reveal environment, broaden perspective |
| Pan/Tilt | `pan left/right`, `tilt up/down` | Survey environment, follow subject |
| Tracking | `tracking shot`, `follow shot` | Follow motion, immersion |
| Steadicam | `steadicam`, `gimbal shot` | Smooth following, immersive feel |
| Aerial | `drone shot`, `aerial shot` | Grand scenes, epic feel |
| Handheld | `handheld`, `shaky cam` | Realism, tense atmosphere |
| Orbit | `orbit shot`, `360 shot` | Circle around subject, emphasize protagonist |

### Camera Angle

| Angle | Keywords | Psychological Implication |
|-------|----------|--------------------------|
| Eye Level | `eye level` | Equal, objective, neutral |
| Low Angle | `low angle`, `worm's eye view` | Powerful, imposing, oppressive |
| High Angle | `high angle`, `bird's eye view` | Small, vulnerable, omniscient |
| Dutch Angle | `dutch angle`, `canted angle` | Unease, chaos, psychological imbalance |
| POV | `POV shot`, `first person` | Immersive, first-person experience |

## 2. Shot List Design

Multi-shot videos must use the standard shot list format:

```
Shot N [start-end time] Shot description
```

### Shot Rhythm Template

| Narrative Rhythm | Suggested Shot Allocation | Description |
|-----------------|--------------------------|-------------|
| Opening Establish | 1-2 sec wide shot | Environment setup, set the tone |
| Subject Entrance | 2-3 sec medium shot | Character/subject appears |
| Action Unfolds | 3-4 sec mixed sizes | Core action, rhythm variation |
| Emotional Climax | 1-2 sec close-up | Expression, detail emphasis |
| Ending | 2-3 sec wide/medium | Resolution, lingering mood |

## 3. Lighting & Atmosphere

| Lighting Style | Keywords | Mood |
|---------------|----------|------|
| Natural Light | `natural lighting`, `available light` | Real, documentary feel |
| Golden Hour | `golden hour`, `magic hour` | Warm, romantic, nostalgic |
| Blue Hour | `blue hour` | Calm, mysterious, transitional |
| Neon | `neon lights`, `cyberpunk lighting` | Futuristic, urban nightscape |
| Studio Light | `cinematic lighting`, `three-point lighting` | Professional, controlled |
| High Contrast | `chiaroscuro`, `high contrast` | Dramatic, mysterious |
| Volumetric | `volumetric light`, `god rays` | Spatial depth, epic feel |

## 4. Visual Style Reference

| Style Category | Example Keywords |
|---------------|-----------------|
| Cinematic | `cinematic`, `film grain`, `anamorphic lens`, `2.35:1 aspect ratio` |
| Documentary | `documentary style`, `handheld`, `natural color` |
| Commercial | `commercial`, `clean`, `vibrant colors`, `high production value` |
| Music Video | `music video style`, `stylized`, `dynamic editing` |
| Anime | `anime style`, `cel shading`, `Studio Ghibli`, `Makoto Shinkai` |

## 5. Complete Prompt Examples

**Example 1: Cinematic Narrative Scene**
```
A samurai walks alone on an ancient Japanese street on a rainy night, rain relentlessly beating against his barrier.

Shot 1 [0-3s] Extreme wide shot: panoramic view of the rainy Japanese ancient street, lanterns swaying, rain pouring like curtains, a figure slowly approaching from the distance, cinematic wide shot.

Shot 2 [3-6s] Medium tracking shot: camera smoothly follows the samurai walking, showing his torn black haori, hand on sword hilt, steadicam tracking shot.

Shot 3 [6-8s] Close-up: rainwater dripping from the kasa hat, revealing the samurai's resolute gaze, close-up, Rembrandt lighting.

Shot 4 [8-10s] Detail + pull out: extreme close-up of the blade reflecting lantern light, then pulling back to reveal the samurai facing the dark alley ahead, dolly out reveal.

Visual style: cinematic, film grain, high contrast, moody atmosphere, blue-orange color grading, volumetric rain
```

**Example 2: Product Promotional Video**
```
Showcase the premium craftsmanship and features of a high-end smart watch.

Shot 1 [0-2s] Close-up: against a black background, the watch slowly rotates into view, metal case reflecting exquisite luster, slow motion, product shot.

Shot 2 [2-4s] Macro close-up: push in on the dial, showing sapphire crystal surface and precision markings, macro shot, shallow depth of field.

Shot 3 [4-6s] Medium shot: a professionally dressed person wearing the watch checks the time in a modern office, lifestyle shot.

Shot 4 [6-8s] Close-up: watch screen illuminates showing health data interface, UI animation, tech aesthetic.

Visual style: commercial, clean, minimalist, soft studio lighting, high-end product photography, 4K, subtle reflections
```

**Example 3: Nature Documentary**
```
In a mountain valley at dawn, mist rises slowly among the trees, a deer drinks by the stream.

Shot 1 [0-3s] Aerial wide shot: panoramic valley view at sunrise, morning mist drifting among pine forests, golden sunlight breaking through clouds, drone shot, golden hour.

Shot 2 [3-5s] Medium shot: tranquil stream flowing over moss-covered rocks, water surface reflecting tree canopy above, static shot, natural lighting.

Shot 3 [5-8s] Medium close-up: a deer lowers its head to drink, ears gently twitching, water droplets falling from its mouth, telephoto lens, shallow focus.

Shot 4 [8-10s] Detail + pull out: deer raises its head gazing into the distance, then gracefully turns and disappears into the morning mist, pull out, peaceful ending.

Visual style: documentary, natural colors, soft focus, atmospheric haze, David Attenborough style, 4K HDR
```

## 6. Negative Prompt Template

```
blurry, low quality, distorted, glitchy, unnatural movement, jumpy cuts, inconsistent lighting, artifacts, watermark, text overlay, static, frozen frames, uncanny valley
```