Shot #5

CU: Rick Blaine sits, apparently alone, in his café late at night, drinking himself into forgetfulness.

This shot as Rick's point of view becomes apparent as the sequence progresses.

Slight low angle to suggest Rick's inherent strength.

Deep focus to emphasize both the bottle and Rick's face.

Low key lighting to suggest his somber mood. A small spotlight on the bottle emphasizes its importance.

Dolly in slowly to a tighter close up as Rick lets his head fall slightly and then looks up toward Sam the piano player who is off-screen.

Sound:
RICK: Of all the gin joints in all the towns of the world, she has to walk into mine.

PIANO MUSIC: Off-screen Sam plays "As Time Goes By."

(23 seconds)

Eyeline match following Rick's gaze toward Sam.

[THIS PART IS NOT ON THE STORYBOARD; IT IS FOR YOUR INFORMATION. THE NEXT SHOT (#6) IS WHAT RICK SEES WHEN HE LOOKS UP: SAM PLAYING THE PIANO AND LOOKING WITH CONCERN AT RICK.]