Notes on Momento

Voice over - stream of consciousness, lack of certainty and confusion.

Protagonist has an achilles heel, he can't have any new memories. The protagonist is also vulnerable and isolated. He writes on his hand to keep track of vital information.

Perception of reality - no idea what is real and what isn't real.

Slow editing pace and close ups indicate a confusion and drowsiness of the character. a high angle in the hotel room of him just wearing a shirt thus making him vulnerable.

Black and white create an aged feel as if it is in the past, it has already happened.

Reversing of time : Non linear
                               Memory
                               Dual identity
                               Distorts as sense of continuity

Tense non diegetic soundtrack contributing to a sense of suspense. The stringed instruments are associated with tension.  

Close up of the eyes creates imagery.

The broken glasses of the victim creates a sense of lost identity.