A worn-out man, known as the ragman, trudges through empty and desolate streets; the environment around him filled with an eerie air of famine and desolation. Through a high-angled shot, we see the ragman from a bird’s eye perspective, emphasizing the vastness of the empty space around him. He’s placed off-center in the frame, adding to his feeling of isolation. The lighting is muted, almost monochrome, isolated splashes of vibrant colors on the man’s raggedy clothes being the only indication of life. Shadows stretch long behind him, with the facades of the abandoned buildings acting as haunting reminders of better times. The camera follows him, slowly panning out to the desolate landscape. The overall focus is soft, creating a cold, bleak atmosphere highlighting the essence of famine.