20 Things You Somehow Missed In Collateral
12. Max And Vincent's Seating Positions In The Cab Served The Story
Right off the bat, it is established that Max's relatively meek demeanour is what kept Vincent around. The hitman realised that the driver's nature would make for the perfect accomplice, easy to command and threaten if need be.
This dynamic could be seen in many instances throughout the movie, but several, more subtle moments played a significant role in emphasizing the interplay between the duo.
The film's quieter moments saw Vincent sitting directly behind Max in a manner that emphasized the uncertainty and vulnerability of the former's situation. Jamie Foxx and Tom Cruise's dynamic is electric in these sequences, with each character selling their severely lopsided dynamic.