Showgirls: A Shot per Day

Shot by shot, the camera is getting closer to Nomi.

The repetition of shots of the same size creates equality between characters, but is it really equality we seek in relationships?

The glowing red light is bright on her face and seems to be between them now, the warmth of a new connection as Nomi’s defences break.

A friendly face is always beaming, and the brave ones will approach you in the playground and ask for true friendship.

Nomi has the look of a child realising what it means to be an adult, but remains determined to hold on to the innocence of dreams.

First static close-up of the adult in the room.

The directing instructions are clear: you might not have a car to hit anymore, but treat the condiments the same way.

A proper date setup this time: sit down and talk.

From the two-shot to her low-angle closeup, almost kissing in vulnerability.

The car threat was actually multiple.