Being in New York often feels like being on a movie set. In this scene, a man is poised on the side of the street, waiting to cross. He appears to be a man on a mission, leading Paul to be curious about how the rest of his day will unfold.
All focus of this scene points to the silhouette of the man, as well as the bustling crowds, colourful lights and vintage yellow taxi. The blur of muted distant buildings accentuates the depth of this long-stretching New York street.