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June 23, 2025

In an industrial cityscape, hundreds of people are shown shoehorned into a train during peak hours. The frame is filled with faces, each with their own stories subtly illustrated through their expressions and outfits, almost like a renaissance painting, yet modern and urban. The colour palette features varied shades of blues and greys, reflecting the cool, early morning atmosphere. The depth of the scene is emphasized by an elongated shot of the rail tracks that disappear into the horizon. The balance is maintained by the symmetry of the train and the tracks. The shot is in focus, highlighting the suffocating proximity of the people, with only the closest faces being blurred. Shot from a slightly elevated perspective, possibly from an above footbridge, giving a good overlook on the scene. The camera angle enhances the sense of crowdedness. The absence of movement contrasts with the claustrophobic feeling. The overwhelming number of people dominates the limited space. The individual in the center, looking directly at the camera, breaks the fourth wall, serving as the focal point of this shot.