The Dynamic Frame: Camera Movement in Classical Hollywood

5.x4 Lady in the Lake

When Marlowe meets Adrienne for the first time, the camera’s movements mimic the flow of Marlowe’s attention, panning to a framed magazine cover when Marlowe is bored, then panning to follow the attractive receptionist as Marlowe leers at her. The camera represents not just Marlowe’s optical point of view but also his desiring gaze.

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