Part 1 - Edit

Use of subtitles - The use of the subtitles enforce the fact that the video is an opening to a film clip. By positioning them lower on the screen, it still allows the audience clear visibility to the action within the frame.
I made sure the colours of the subtitles were white so that the black and white film noir theme was uncompromised. It also does not detract the audiences eye away from the action as much.

High angle shot - shows the characters status and inferiority.

Close up of drinking - shows lighing reflect of glass - film noir style. Also close up of drinking shows the drinking has a specific significance and could possibly suggest that this will have meaning in the future.

Simple cuts - were used to make sure that the pace of the scene is clealy established early on.

Film noir shot - through the glass - possibly connoting he has something to hide as he is shown behind / through the glass. Use of voyeurism to create tension.

Use of cross dissolves - to switch between parallel editing clips. Also for a slight mystery effect.