The establishing shot of Trafalgar Square and the character 'Yung'. An interesting contrast of colours between the backpack and the rest of the picture helps the audience's eye to focus on the character.
The start of Agent Davidson's run into Trafalgar Square, the concerned look on Davidson's face juxtaposes dramatically with the casual disposition of the tourists in the background.
This jump was hardly necessary to the advancement of the plot, but it kept the run fast paced and added a brief element of danger, no matter how small, as well as highlighting the athleticism of his character.
In this shot it is established that Jim is aware of the danger he is in. His expression gives the impression of a deer in the headlights. The fountain in the foreground helps to show the audience that it is from Yung's perspective, as well as helping to orientate the audience.
Here you can see a mysterious character advancing on Caprivi. An element of threat is introduced on his side of the action, however it is an unresolved enigma by the end of the opening two minutes, making the audience want to find out more and continue watching.
A close-up of Yung that helps establish his method of communication. The empty space on the left of the shot assists the audience in showing where the recipient of the call is.
This low angle shot shows Agent Davidson as the protagonist of the film.
A very high budget-looking angle of Yung getting shot. It looks as it this has been shot on a crane, but in fact was filmed by climbing on one of the layers of Nelson's column.
Another shot of Yung's death.
Another shot of Yung's death.
Another shot of Yung's death.
This shot is particularly interesting, as it shows Davidson's reaction to the events from a high angle shot. This mirrors a previous shot of Davidson from a low angle - when he had some power there was a low angle and now, after his loss of power, he is shown using a high angle to highlight his insignificance.
In this shot the Jim is shown escaping, and out of the crowds two daunting figures appear, disguised with caps. The plot thickens.
The escape of Jim. This show highlights the failure of the mission. The red buses in the background are an iconic feature of London transport, representing Jim's escape through iconic features.
Agent Davidson is regaining power through the low angle shot and his position in the most powerful third of the screen.
This is a direct opposite to the previous shot. This character is clearly less powerful - shown through the high angle shot and his position in the least powerful third of the screen.
The first shot of the fight. The antagonist appears a sort of black shadow, which appears very daunting.
Over the shoulder shot showing a close up of Davidson's face and the concentration going into every blow.
This shot almost seems from the perspective of the antagonist, as Davidson's head is completely cut off. This makes it seem as if Davidson is not only one step ahead of his opponent, but one step ahead of the audience also.
An example of the dutch tilt that makes the fight seem even faster paced and more wild, with shots that aren't evenly lined up.
Another slightly tilted angle, but less so this time, to reflect the fact that Davidson is now starting to
control the fight.
The dead body from a high angle. Significantly dead in the shape of a gun.
An out of focus shot that makes Davidson seem like a shadow, as if he is disappearing which, in essence, he is.
Davidson walks off into the distance. The shot is in black and white, but isn't so noticeable as the original shot was very grey anyway. It indicates a new stage in the plotline.
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