This scene occurs soon after the man is left alone by his partner. He stands alone, facing his ad...
This scene occurs soon after the man is left alone by his partner. He stands alone, facing his adversary, with a certain confrontational stance.
by Eddie Perez
1. Husband is hazy; man is in the light
1.1. Shows a contrast between knowledge and ignorance between the two men
1.1.1. Also reflects Malcolm's belief that he is the "good guy" in the situation
2. Long shot
2.1. The long shot makes the character seem diminutive, so it reflects his inner feeling toward the situation
2.2. There is a huge distance between his goal to be with the woman, both typified by the camera angle that makes the physical space seem large.
3. The Road: Mise en scene
3.1. Just like in his adulterous situation, the road symbolizes a huge divide between his religious and adulterous life
3.1.1. Theme: Identity
4. High angle shot
4.1. Makes the aim to show the difference in height between the two men
4.1.1. Forces the man to seem smaller