Another technique used by Hardwicke is sound effects to show the awkwardness and tension of the first meeting between Edward and Bella. The sound effects are shown through the lack of dialogue,which is emphasized by the talking of the teacher in the background. This shows the awkwardness because it is unusual for two lab partners to first meet and not say anything. Another effective technique used to develop the tension between the two is that of a prolonged series of camera shots
. We see this as a mid shot of Edward and Bella cutting to a close up of Bella's shock and bewilderment at Edward's reaction to her, jumping to a close up of
Edward's face and the disgust and anger he's showing, then jumping to a long shot of the teacher to another
