Why are high angle shots used?

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2. #looks
3. #subject
4. #technique
5. #effects
6. #setting
7. #where
8. #swallowed
9. #often
10. #applied
11. #cinematic
12. #vulnerable
13. #angle
14. #camera
15. #point
16. #focus
17. #correct
18. #shots