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About ShotDeck

The ultimate visual research platform for filmmakers and cinephiles

Cinematic Reference Library

Access over 1.8 million meticulously curated shots from 8,500+ films. Study lighting, composition, and camera movement from cinema history.

Technical Breakdowns

Detailed technical information including cameras, lenses, lighting setups, and aspect ratios used in iconic film scenes.

Filmmaker Community

Connect with directors, cinematographers, and film students worldwide. Share shot decks and collaborate on projects.

Cinematography Masterclass

Essential techniques every filmmaker should know

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1.8M+

Cinematic Shots

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8.5K+

Films Cataloged

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200+

Cinema

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50K+

Active Users

Cinematography Tutorials

Lighting Techniques

Learn professional lighting setups from classic films

Camera Movement

Master tracking shots and stabilizer techniques

Color Grading

Achieve cinematic looks in post-production

FAQs

Answers to common questions about ShotDeck

Use our advanced search filters to find shots by film, director, cinematographer, camera, lens, lighting style, aspect ratio, or visual keywords. You can also search by color palette or composition style.

Yes! Registered users can create unlimited shot decks, organize them into projects, and share with collaborators. This is perfect for pre-production planning and mood boards.

Each shot includes camera and lens information (when available), lighting setup, aspect ratio, film stock/digital format, and often behind-the-scenes production notes from cinematographers.

We add 5,000-10,000 new shots weekly from both classic and contemporary films. Our team of film researchers works continuously to expand and verify our database.

New This WeekThe Batman (2022) • Dune (2021) • The Power of the Dog (2021)

Premium members can download high-res frames for reference and study. All images are properly licensed for educational and pre-production use.

Yes! We partner with ASC cinematographers to offer exclusive masterclasses. Check our Tutorials section for both free and premium educational content.