Memento

the opening scene of memento creates tension as we see a picture that gradually disappears. we are then introduced to a character. we see blood all over the place and items. then we are introduced to a second character who gets shot.

Camera Shots:

• close up of picture of blood on wall creates tension as we want to know how that blood got there
• man's hand visible in the close up of the picture creates tension as we want to know who this person is.
• close up of blood dripping down
• close up of glasses in covered
• close up of first character makes him seem as the villain
• close up of the second character's back of head makes him seem that he is the victim
• close up of camera and man's face hiding behind it makes us want to know who this person is
• close ups are also used to show the characters facial expression.
• close up of bullet

Sound:

• the music is gradually building creating tension
• we can hear the flapping of the picture

Edit:

• the use of rewinding starts the story off.