The document provides analysis of shots and scenes from the film "Paradox". It describes the opening title sequence which establishes the story takes place in a trapped, institutional environment. It then analyzes shots introducing the protagonist which start as a close-up and crane out to provide context and clues about his situation. Subsequent shots use low angles to emphasize how far down he is and to build tension, suspense and a sense the situation is close to being solved as more is revealed about the locations and other characters.