Perhaps the most intriguing touches, however, were technological. Having created a cocaine empire, Tony now sees it crumbling at the edges. Federal investigators are closing in. Bankers are demanding exorbitant fees to launder Tony's cash. Elvira's sex appeal has evaporated in powdery dust.
Protection is all-important.
The mansion is now rigged with sophisticated security and surveillance systems, including enough TV monitors to equip a network control center. For these scenes, cinematographer Alonzo called on Panavision's video system, Pancam, which uses lenses and accessories adaptable to motion picture cameras. What is actually happening, and what Tony sees through the television monitors. The opening of locked doors. Flashes of gunfire.