The Lustful Gaze
What does it look like?
It’s a sequence that draws special attention to a body part or other object that the character is lusting over by using a moving camera as the POV.
How’s it done?
It’s usually two shots: One shot pushes into the character’s face as he sees something or someone he wants, the other is the reverse as that person walks to the character. As the person gets close enough his gaze is revealed to the audience, usually for comic effect or emphasis.
When should I use it?
Use it for comic effect.
Bachelor Party (1984)
Synopsis: A soon-to-be-married man’s friends throw him the ultimate bachelor party.
Featured Scene: A lustful department store clerk sees a beautiful and busty woman approaching him and his eyes ...
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