In this scene, Henry narrates the introduction of Jimmy Conway, a young criminal legend, as he enters the bar. Through panning shots, editing techniques, and ambient noise, the director Martin Scorsese establishes Jimmy's intimidating presence and establishes him as a dangerous man who has already been imprisoned for murder. Henry slips money into Jimmy's pocket as a freeze frame highlights Jimmy's face, contrasting the dark details of his past with the joyful music playing in the background.