The close up of the garter immediately gives us the indication that Alfred is a playboy, especially once we see that Paulette is wearing both of her garters. Alfred's line "Her husband" lets us know that Alfred will be playing the field throughout the movie. The close up of the drawer full of guns was a great Lubitsch touch. Alfred's feeling his body after he has been shot sets the tone for the comedic aspect of the film.
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The close up of the garter immediately gives us the indication that Alfred is a playboy, especially once we see that Paulette is wearing both of her garters. Alfred's line "Her husband" lets us know that Alfred will be playing the field throughout the movie. The close up of the drawer full of guns was a great Lubitsch touch. Alfred's feeling his body after he has been shot sets the tone for the comedic aspect of the film.