Popular props used in a horror movie

Props are very important in producing a film. It helps the audience establish what genre the film is and helps add to the realism of the film. Without props there would be a limited amount of violence in horror movies and therefore be a lot less effective.


Masks


Masks are a very popular prop used in horror films. I think this is because of the mystery of them. Most masks are scary objects as they stop you from seeing who is wearing the mask. Masks are excellent at setting up enigmas in horror films and are used a lot. In our film we hope to use this technique in order to disguise our stalker character.

Weapons

Almost all horror films contain some sort of weapons. This is usually because in order to scare people torture and violence is needed. I think as soon as weapons are shown on screen it makes the audience frightened and worried for the safety of the victim. I hope for us to use this shot in our opening sequence also. However that this point in the film it will only be shown it would not be used.

Gags, ropes and chains

These are usually a symbol of restriction and confinement. If used in a horror movie it will add to the tension of it as the victim is not in control and at the villains mercy. I think we may use this also if we have enough time left to show a scene with a victim trapped

Amy