Preliminary Task 1 - Props And Costumes (James Murray)

The Boss' Costume

Pocket Watch 

We included the use of the pocket watch as to add a superior attitude to the boss and the theme of time. As it is in one of the starting and the closing scenes we wanted it to be a symbol that would be related to the boss,  because of this we decided to use a black pocket watch with gold insides. This makes us feel as if he is wealthy as he is shrouded by darkness like the watch so he must have this gold that is present in the watch to. The ending is also symbolic as the closing of the watch symbolises the other characters time ending.

Sun Glasses 

we decided to include this character wearing glasses as it makes him seem colder an harsh. This is done from the lack of eye contact which people use to see how other people feel. the fact that they are mirrored also help this as we get the feeling that we are constricted to that small space and are helpless to do anything.

Woollen Jacket 

We decided to use a coat on the boss to continue the feeling of darkness and mystery around him giving him foreboding atmosphere. It also strengthens the ideal of him being wealthy as it continues to give him the feeling the pocket watch gave. A sense of coldness and roughness is also created from the jacket as it is associated with these in thriller and action thriller movies and books.

Fedora 

While the multicoloured side of it wasn't originally intended to provide an effect it does give the character a more elegant and sophisticated side to him. This was the reason a fedora was chosen to be worn as it not only hid him but it matched the idea of the pocket watch. This kept him in theme and added to his character.

Black Jeans and Shoes 

We chose these coloured jeans and shoes as they are going to be semi hidden by the table. As we didn't want to take away the attention of viewers by having exuberant jeans and shoes this colour choice worked best. It won't grab attention and will blend into the background adding this sense of mystery.

Extras

The only other notice in relation to this character is his black top ( though briefcase is talked about later). In order to give our actor more comfort as he is wearing hot clothes in a hot room we wanted them to wear undergarments that would help keep them cool.

Walter's Costume

La Kings Jacket 

While the team had nothing to do with the choice of it, the main reason it was used was for its colour scheme. As it is almost fully black with only a little grey on it it gives the character a sense of simpleness with a slight edge of sophistication. It also gives him a sense of fear as he seems to hide in it and let it conceal him. This is symbolic of how he tries to hide yet can't and he ultimately pays the price for it.

Black Boots 

As the boots are part of the first shot we wanted to have ones that stood out yet also fitted in with the theme. These army like boots were perfect as they seemed to give him a sense of toughness and danger, yet they didn't match the movement he made which showed fear. This gave the quality of his character as well as the look he was supposed to have.

School Pants

These pants were chosen to continue the theme of the jacket. It is basically used for the same reason as the jeans and the shoes in the bosses costume

Extras

Same as before, undergarments to help keep the actor comfortable.

Props

Briefcase 

It is symbolic of mystery and importance as it is constantly shown and is highlighted by the shots used on it. A black one was chosen to continue the hidden wealth idea from the pocket watch and to give it that professional, crisp look which matches the bosses feel.

Gun 

We decided a black gun would allow it to realistically be hidden and unnoticed by Walter when he walked in and is symbolic of death. (Spray painted black by Jackson Doudney ). Guns are also a key part of any thriller film as they immediately create tension which was something necessary in this film. They are also recognised easily by a vast range of audience and therefor would make it easier for the audience to feel the suspense.

Swivel Chair and chair 

Walter was given a swivel chair as it allows him to act afraid easier and symbolises Walter as he is shaky and unfaithful. A sturdy chair was given to the boss to symbolise his sting and hard side which contrasts strongly to Walters.

Table 

A simple table was decided to be used as it wouldn't draw attention away from the basic plot and story.