The costume design and set dressing work hard to ground the fantasy. There is a palpable sense of place that moves beyond generic bedroom sets. The production utilizes the architecture and the uniforms to create a sense of voyeurism; the viewer feels as though they are witnessing something hidden behind the ancient walls of the Vatican. The interplay of light and shadow in the interior scenes contrasts with the bright, exposed exterior shots, mirroring the contrast between public piety and private indulgence.
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