Strong rule: style --- Realistic cinematic ---. An extreme close-up of a snow leopard's intense blue-gray eye, reflecting the icy landscape. The next shot shows the view over the cliff edge, revealing a small leopard cub trapped on a narrow, precarious ledge below. The man's face is shown in profile, his expression shifting from terror to sudden understanding.
Character appearance reference (MUST match exactly):
- Alex: A middle-aged man with a short, salt-and-pepper beard and expressive blue eyes. He wears a bright red insulated climbing jacket with a black hood, a dark gray beanie, and professional mountain climbing gear including a backpack. His face is weathered from the cold, showing signs of exertion and fear. Realistic cinematic style, high detail, snowy mountain background.
- Snow Leopard: A large, powerful snow leopard with dense, cream-colored fur covered in large black rosettes. It has wide, expressive gray-blue eyes and long whiskers. The animal's build is muscular and adapted for high-altitude rocky terrain. Realistic cinematic style, detailed fur texture, snowy mountain environment.
- Leopard Cub: A tiny snow leopard cub with fluffy, light-colored fur and large, dark spots. It has big, curious eyes and a small frame. It looks frightened and cold, huddled on a narrow, icy ledge. Realistic cinematic style, soft lighting against a cold background.
