Not surprising for a Hosoda episode, light and shadow also play a very important role here. Stark contrasts between shady silhouettes & strong light sources, elongated shadows, and parts of character bodies illuminated through cracks in doors are vital in setting the mood.
Especially notable is how thorough the episode Hosoda utilizes symmetrical shots, putting an emphasis on the ongoing theme of two close but separate worlds. They exist seemingly on the same plane, but there is always something making them feel very distant from one another
All the kaiju fights in this episode are hauntingly climatic, with a lot of weight to them. The incredible staging and lighting really give them a powerful cinematic feel.
The Ultraman #19 is a spectacular episode! It's incredible how much emotion Souji Yoshikawa can convey through his stunning storyboards. The whole episode is a gorgeous spectacle of breathtaking shots with an excellent understanding of space and scale.
Also - Igarashi's excellent direction coupled with Nakazawa being in charge of his own designs results in a lot of absolutely incredible faces, both serious and hilarious.
I especially love this part of the burning orphanage scene. Igarashi manages to clearly depict Nadja's thought process as she searches for the escape route & cleverly utilizes framing & elements of scenography to visually separate her from danger once she jumps through a window.
