Analysis of a title sequence - Seven

In the first scene in the title sequence of Seven, we are shown the main character, Somerset's apartment. The first room shown is the kitchen in which there is light coming in from the outside through the window, but the room is quite dim. The light coming from the outside suggests that it is encroaching on his life. Also, the curtains themselves look like prison bars, which could link to the fact that he is a policeman, but it may also suggest that he is trapped within himself. Also in this shot there is an elephant figurine, which is near the window, so is almost lit up by the outside world. This may link to Somerset as a person as elephants are said to represent luck. Also, in this room on the table there is a chess table. This has many connotations. It may suggest he is always testing himself, or that he is one step ahead. It also suggests that Somerset thinks/behaves strategically.

In the next shot we are shown items laid out on a surface. They are laid out in a particular way and Somerset picks them up in a specific order, not just from left to right. This suggests that it is routine, and something he regularly does. Also, the items themselves tie in with the theme of the film, as a gun and a sherrif badge aren't everyday items.
I  don't have access to a computer at home, so have been trying to update my blog in my free periods at school, and after school. I haven't got enough time to finish typing this up before the deadline tonight.