The soundtrack in the scene is utilized to add a feeling of intensity and urgency to the battle, which is typical or the action-adventure genre. The drumbeat builds while Cage is in the helicopter in order to create tension in the audience as they wait for the crescendo of the music, knowing that it will link up with the action of the scene. The music reaches its crescendo as Cage drops into the battle, using loud drums and bass to emphasize the chaos and intensity of the scene. The fact that the music sounded vaguely reminiscent of a blaring siren only added to the intense feeling the music was creating.

The mise-en-scene of the scene effectively constructs the environment of war through costume and prop use, shown partly through the very soldier is wearing heavy armor and metal suiting. This costume choice conveys the dystopian nature of the film, in that that the armor is advanced and futuristic but also looks worn down and rusted. This mirrors the dystopian setting of the film since it shows an advanced future that is also troubled and in danger.

During the helicopter ride the editing was fairly slow, with shots lingering on character interactions and expressions for three to six seconds. This allowed us to feel the dread and tensity felt by the characters in the scene. When the battle began, however, the editing sped up as shots were cut down to only a few seconds a piece in order to mirror the confusion and speed of the scene.

The first camera angle is an establishing shot over Heathrow airport, conveying location to the audience. The scene also utilizes first person shots, such as when Cage was on the battle field and when he was about to drop from the helicopter, to put the viewer in his shoes  and create sympathy in the viewer.