There are many ways to add movement to a photo driven narrative. It can be too mundane for a viewer to watch a series of still photos. The illusion of movement paired with a playful or artistic approach can entice and captivate the viewer. As per the 5 Examples to Turn Photos to Movies that are Not the Ken Burns Effect article, still images can be transformed into motion pictures using techniques such as The Ken Burns Effect, creating animated GIFs, utilizing motion graphics, stop-motion animation, time-lapse photography, 2.5D animation, and parallax animation. The Ken Burns Effect involves panning and zooming over a still image to create a sense of movement and depth. Similarly, GIF's use multiple images combined with pans and zooms to create a looped animation. Additionally, integrating text and graphics with images in motion help to convey information and further the narrative. Combining 2D images with depth and movement create a 3D-like effect and can be layered with different speeds and directions. This generates a sense of depth and motion.
Other ways to heighten the production value of still images are to look to one of the great movie directors Wes Anderson. Some of the hallmarks of a Wes Anderson film include symmetry and bright/bold colors. Anderson often places characters and objects in the center of the frame to create a sense of balance and order within the frame. He does this to create a sense of importance and focus. In conjunction with rich, saturated hues, his films have that added touch of whimsy and wonder.
