Yeah, every good director knows that a still pool or a rushing torrent can act like a quiet chorus for a character’s inner monologue. It’s like the film’s own soundtrack, a calm river that keeps on reflecting the same old face while you’re still waiting for the plot twist. You’ll find the calm water in the opening of *The Shawshank Redemption* and the turbulent waves in *Titanic*—both are basically the director’s way of saying, “Hey, feel the flow.” If you’re a fan of that soothing vibe, just watch the fish swim and the reflections glitch in your mind.