Abandoned London
The scene opens with Jim, the protagonist, walking through an eerily deserted London. He wears a hospital gown, appearing disoriented and confused as he makes his way across Westminster Bridge. The iconic bridge, usually bustling with activity, is completely devoid of people and vehicles. Jim's footsteps echo loudly in the silence, emphasizing the desolation around him. Litter and abandoned cars line the streets, suggesting a sudden and catastrophic event. Jim looks around, his face a mix of confusion and growing dread.
As Jim continues to walk, he passes famous landmarks, all equally empty and neglected. The absence of life is stark against the backdrop of the cityscape. Billboards and newspapers scattered on the ground hint at chaos and an unexplained disaster. Jim occasionally calls out, his voice swallowed by the silence, accentuating the loneliness of his situation. The scene is crucial in establishing the film's atmosphere of isolation and the gravity of the crisis that has unfolded, setting the stage for Jim's journey in a world turned upside down.
