The assignment was to art direct the film’s leading men in equal stature, while also presenting the “good guys vs. bad guy” plot.
Approach
The “good guys vs. bad guy” dynamic is expressed via a reflective device that vertically pits Denzel Washington and Rami Malek on one side of the bridge, and Jared Leto below.
Results
There’s a sense of dark intrigue, fostered by the “evil is always lurking” sentiment, which is achieved by the character placement, and blackened shadows.
