Prop Research

Prop Research

• Boat

A boat will be needed for a large part of our film as we would like to get some shots of the coastline and nearby islands. We will also be doing some filming of the captain on the boat as a way to explain the backstory to the audience.

We have found two potential companies that may take us out on their boats for filming. Both are giving a similar quote of between £150-£200 for a half-day on the boat. As filming is weather dependant, we will have to wait until nearer the time to decide on a date for filming.

• Halloween decorations (Fake props)

These props will be used to show that the film being produced in our film is very amateur and is lacking quality. The characters in our film will be in the same situation as us and plan to shoot a scary movie on the island. They will have various props and costumes for their movie that are clearly not up to a high standard.

• Car

We will need a car for our film. The first scene will consist of the three main characters getting out of the car and one of them taking equipment out of the boot. This is the only time the car will be used in he film and therefore the model and colour of the car isn't important.

• Camera

A camera will be needed for when we are filming on the boat. One character will be filmed taking photos of the sea and surrounding cliffs, caves and islands. This will be used to establish who the sensible character is and will show that one character actually has a genuine interest in what the group is doing.

• Backpack

Each character will have their own backpack as they will be on a school trip and this will make it more realistic and genuine. These could contain the various props needed for their movie.

• Celtic sacrificial weapon

A celtic sacrificial weapon is needed when filming on the island. The pagans will have this weapon to show that they are a potential danger to the three boys making the film. These weapons were used in sacrificial ceremonies to cut the thoughts of animals and sometimes, even humans. 

• St. Brigid's cross

We will need a St. Brigid's cross to put on the side of the boat. These were usually set over windows and doors in order to protect homes for any harm. As we will have these crosses around the boat, it would suggest that the captain is trying to protect the boat form something in particular.





Costume

The sailor will wear glasses similar to these in order to make him and his style look dated.

The sailor may also wear a pair of fisherman's trousers to give him the look of an authentic sailor. These will be worn over regular, casual clothes such as a wooly jumper, boots and a wooly hat.

This is a 'Pagan Wildman' from eastern Europe. His costume is made from burlap, string, stones and bits of wood. 

• Shells

We will need shells in order to create one of our costumes. Our costume has been inspired by this pagan dress made with rocks and bits of wood. We will drill holes through the shells and hang them from pieces of string.

• Seaweed

We will use seaweed in this costume as well in order to make it more relevant to the setting. As our movie will be filmed near the seaside and contain many shots of the coast, it would make sense to give the costumes a seaside related aspect.

• Burlap Fabric

We will use some burlap fabric to make the base layer of the costume. 

This is a 'Pagan Wildman' from eastern Europe. His costume is made from a straw-like fabric and has several cowbells hanging form it. The cowbells could be to symbolise nature or maybe just as decoration.

• Cowbells

We have taken some inspiration from this costume and have decided that we would like to use some cowbells for one of our costumes.

This is a 'Pagan Wildman' from eastern Europe. His costume is made from red fabric strips along with a wig made from wool and a wooden animal mask.