The highlighted areas of this scene are bold and harsh, adding definition to each dip, dent and imperfection. Despite not being able to see the origin of the light source, the consistency and quantity of these highlights suggest that this is an unnatural, overhead lighting. This lighting seems like what you'd expect in a clinical setting rather than a home environment, a direct ironic juxtaposition. The procedure of abortion is one that is done safest by trained medical professionals and sterile, safe settings; This young woman shows one example of the poor conditions that many women turn to to access, what should be, a basic human right.
The deteriorated condition of this scene may be cause for an emotional response, especially sympathy and concern. These are not conditions in which you would expect to find a young woman alone, adding to the overall theme of vulnerability.
This leads to the question, why is she alone? There is significant wear and tear visible in this scene, Could she have caused all of that herself? Surely one person doesn’t need a three seat sofa. Where is everyone else?
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