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In the opening scene of the movie "I Am Legend" directed by Francis Lawrence, lighting, setting, and continuity editing create an eerie and suspenseful feeling. The lighting makes it look like early morning and the setting of New York City is deserted, except for the main character and his dog. This creates an eerie feeling because New York City is supposed to be bustling and full of people, so you know something is wrong. The lighting is eerie because it is never naturally how it is. Along with the continuity editing, the sound effects and music in the background are suspenseful. As the noises get louder and the car moves faster, the viewer knows something will happen. The sound effects leading up to the lions appearing builds suspense. While the main character and his dog are looking for something, it is eerie and suspenseful because you know something will happen, you just don't know what it will be. Most of the eerie and suspenseful feelings present in the film originate from these elements.