1. Time-lapse and Still angle
Due to the utilization of time-lapse at a still angle, we have clear attention on the movement of the people: heads bounce up and down with rhythm.
2. Slow-motion and Low-still angle
People stay at MTR temporarily. They go in take the train and get out. However, for some people, visitors of MTR make them remain.
3. Panning shot
There is certain moment in MTR where we can hear the background music and clock ticking..
4. Point Zoom
Among the busy people, clock ticks with no ease. Under the name of ‘Time’ people take the MTR and continue travelling.
5. High angle
Through the use of high angle, we get a sense of distance from the people, who stay static.
MTR is a place of temporality. We walk in, find a seat, take the train, and get off. However, in a different aspect, MTR is a place for the new encounter: he or she is joining the mass public. As shown in movies, unexpected yet meaning relationship can happen in MTR. Unluckily not a lot of people has the exceptional courage to break the silence of the mass and reach the other individuals. We just stand on the escalator that leads the direction and close ourselves from the opportunity. It is not wrong to miss this opportunity, but from my perspective, it is a real pity.
I think you have great idea about the temporal element of the MTR, but at the same time, time is very difficult aspect to capture. The stairs and escalators are great entry points as they embody the movement of people up and down the stations. I think you have a good sense to keep the camera static and focus on the movement of the subject. It may be interesting to have stairs and escalator in comparison, one where the people move, another where the escalators moves for them. Great work, keep up!