Prop Research

 Prop Research

A frozen Leg of lamb- This is the item used to commit the murder, which is the central aspect to the play, Patrick Maloney will later cook this leg of lamb and feed it to the detectives on the case of his wives murder in order to destroy the evidence. From the outset, we are thinking that a real leg of lamb is viable however, a replica will be created to avoid injury of any actors in the film.

An Analogue clock- During the opening few seconds of the film we intend to have a shot in which Patrick Maloney stares at the clock whilst waiting for his wife to return from work. It is important that this clock is visible as it is a focal point in the film. The clock should be analogue to allow the desired soundtrack to be achieved. A ticking noise is wanted to convey how time is running out.

Phone- A mobile or landline phone is a vital part to the film, this will be what Patrick Maloney uses to contact the detectives to report the death of his wife. The phone will be featured in a close up so it is viable that it is real and working. The phone may also be used by the detectives to take photos.

Crockery- This will be used in the kitchen to show Patrick Maloney preparing the dinner for the detectives, this is a essential prop as without kitchen and household items our location will not look believable. A cooker that exerts a beeping sound will also be needed due to the sound effect being featured in the film.

                                        

Police Tape- Police tape will be needed to recreate a realistic crime scene. It is a possible occurrence that close ups of the tape will occur. 

                                                        

Plates and Cutlery- A whiskey tumbler, plates and cutlery will be needed for arrival of mrs Maloney and for the eating of the dinner afterwards.

Handbook / Notebook- It may be more realistic and effective if the detectives hand notebooks to be taking down notes.