The first object shown is matches being set on fire. The fire symbolises danger and uprising, setting the mood for the rest of the film.
Low key lighting is used to create a dark, suspenseful effect. As everything looks very dark and unrecognisable, this scene is very disorientating for the viewers and a tense atmosphere is built up.
Camerawork
Close ups of the fire is disorientating for the audience, and the shot with a man's body in the background fits with the codes and conventions of the crime thriller genre.
The high angle shot of the victim puts him in a vulnerable position, and the slow tilt up of the antagonist puts him in the position of power, creating fear for the audience. Also this movement stops before his face is revealed, creating mystery and suspense, as his identity is concealed.
Sound
The non-diegetic music is composed of mostly strings, creating a sinister and dark atmosphere, which sets the tone for the whole sequence.
The diegetic sounds of the antagonist's footsteps build tension, especially as the lighting is so dark that only a black silhouette of the character is shown, and the pace of his steps slow down, as the non-diegetic music continues to build up.
Editing
Straight cut edits are used throughout the sequence. The simplicity of the editing allows the audience to focus on the complex plot, mise en scene, camera work and sound.
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