Stranger Things analysis

 Costume: In the first eight minutes of Stranger Things, the character at the start is seen in a sleek white lab coat and a suit. This suggests that the man does not engage in manual labour as the white coat is completely clean and most likely travels in clean, private spaces. Across the media and film, a sleek white coat and suit usually belongs to the antagonist, and presents a cold, sterile nature. Most obviously, the man's costume resembles a scientist or a doctor, but the spotless nature of it elevates the title more. This all contrasts greatly with the man's actions, which are very frantic and fast. 

Lighting: At the start of Stranger things, the hallway is lit by ceiling lights that rapidly flash on and off erratically. Without any windows, or natural light, the harsh singular lights above the man give off a sterile blue hue. The frantic flickering of light conveys that something dangerous or supernatural is happening in what seems to be a controlled area and the darkness engulfing the rest of the hallway gives us a sense of suspense in order to keep us watching. 

Actor placement/ expression: The costume of the character at the start of Stranger Things contrasts greatly with his actions, which are very frantic and fast. Along with the lighting, the man's hectic running gives us a sense of anticipation as we don't know what or who hes running from. When he reaches the elevator, he repeatedly presses the button to open and close it, conveying that hes desperate to escape.