The Rule of Thirds is something I've adhered to for almost 25 years; it ought to be tattooed on to every aspiring photographer and filmmaker. There are exceptions, of course, but for 95% of all shots the ROT makes the difference between dull and intereresting. However, I've never seen a technical explanation of WHY (though it's probably related to the Golden Section).

Nicely explained. Thanks for including examples from popular movies. It really is interesting now that I've gotten into videography how when I watch a movie now I notice more how a particular shot was made or what techniques they used. Before, just like you said I would just veg and watch.

Ah yes Greg, but ever since the Blair Witch Project, every aspiring filmmaker thinks they are clever enough to ignore the rules. The only rule that matters: know the rules BEFORE you attempt to break them and then have a good reason to do so!

Great work Eric.

cool

Pithy and effective.

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Nice punchline at the end.

Very nice tutorial!

These are some of the best tutorials I have EVER seen! keep up the good work. I am subscribed!

Useful.Thanks!

realy useful! thanks!

Wow! I`m using the rule of thirds since I read a Design Book, in fact, I have my Photoshop with that grid, It`s very useful in order to get a good composition.

I love that I've seen every movie use used there.

"you can't break the rules if you don't know what they are"....one of the smartest piece of advice that i've come across in a long while.