"pull-focus" meaning in English

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Noun

IPA: /pʊl ˈfəʊkəs/ [UK]
Etymology: From pull + focus. Etymology templates: {{m|en|pull}} pull, {{m|en|focus}} focus Head templates: {{head|en|noun|head=pull-focus}} 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. Categories (topical): Film, Television Related terms: push-focus 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): rattrapage de point [masculine] (French)
    Sense id: en-pull-focus-en-noun-CxWO5a3V Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header Topics: broadcasting, film, media, television

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