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In our production we will be incorporating props to represent the events taking place at the time. As a group we believe that props are able to distinguish the genre and provides an inkling of what the narrative may entail.

Knife x2: This prop will be displayed throughout our production a couple of times to reiterate the genre; crime and mystery. Knives evidently insinuates that a murder or fight is to be committed or already has been. This would attract the psychographics of a consumer who enjoys to watch violent/graphic films. The knife would be used after she enters the house and then she would place it on the side like it’s a normal thing to do. This is where the cloth stained with blood will come in because the knife would be enclosed by this other prop.

Cloth stained with blood: A cloth stained with blood would confirm that the knife harmed the opponent/antagonist. Blood commonly has the connotations of danger and death. Also the fact that it’s a cloth could predominantly suggest that the protagonist is trying to cover up the knife and also trying to conceal the evidence.

Keys: We will use this prop to associate with the responsibilities of having a car and a house. This will therefore connote that this women/girl is much older than expected and it would uphold a more realistic narrative, as it is anti-stereotypical that a young girl would have these types of possession/ assets. The keys would also be placed on the side however it will be shown before the close-up of the knife so the schema is refreshed due to it being unexpected.

Towel: This prop would cover up the central character as she gets out the shower, this scene is inspired by the psycho shower scene. The towel could imply that she is trying to cover up and hide something relevant in this opening’ her identity. Also this scene would highlight her vulnerability because she gets out the shower and goes about her routine as usual. The towel will be included after she gets out the shower to dry herself.

White dressing gown: This prop would be used all through the rest of the opening after she gets out the shower; to rectify her weakness. The white is significant because it represents purity and vulnerability, this will make the protagonist see defenceless.

Make up wipe: A makeup wipe would be used which could be symbolically considered as removing a mask and eliminating any unwanted evidence. This is a common routine for women, it is seen as a basic chore and women would be very familiar with this task.

Red nail polish: This prop supports/adheres to Laura Mulveys theory that women are presented as accessories for men and objects of pleasure. Women are always seen to be constantly doing themselves up, trying to make them look better. The red will clearly indicate the warning and dangers of the narrative.

Radio: This Prop will affirm that the audience are to be informed about something of key importance throughout the short film. The radio will allow the viewers to get a better understanding of the narrative.

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We are going to use a range of different lighting sources in the opening of our thriller. This lighting will vary depending on the room the character is in, and the lighting will dimmer as the sequence progresses, to represent the increase in suspense. As the sequence begins, the source of lighting is natural, as the character is denoted in the driveway to begin with. This creates a sense of normality for the audience, and they would suspect nothing as the sequence begins. As the character enters, the lighting is rather artificial around the house. This is because this lighting is already present in the setting we are going to be filming this. This is also effective in creating a sense of realism. When the character puts the knife on the side and the most important titles are displayed, the lighting will be relatively high-key. This is going to be included to connote the significance of that prop and those titles. Also, normality is represented in the scene where the character enters the shower – making the climax more thrilling as the audience doesn’t suspect it. With this idea, we took inspiration from the ‘Psycho’ shower scene. However, as the shower scene ends, the lighting begins to dimmer. This occurs as the tension builds as the opening progresses, leading to the climax, and representing the passing of time. When Chloe enters a room with scratched/crossed out images of Natasha presented, the lighting will be low-key, perhaps even candle lit, to create a sense of enigma.  When Natasha arrives at the door, the lighting will be natural, but slightly darker than before due to the time of day. This lighting contrasts to the action taking place, thrilling the audience and making them want to find out what happens next.

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Chloe will be wearing harsh eye makeup consisting of a dark brown and black smokey eye accompanied with thick eyeliner. We chose this makeup look in order to portray the danger of this woman and her actions within the sequence. We didn't opt for something deemed subtle as it wouldn't portray the sinister and thrilling effect we are trying to achieve. She will also be wearing red lipstick. This colour choice is evidently relevant as it links to the connotations of death, danger and murder which are three things we are trying to portray within our costume and makeup choices.
Natasha will be wearing subtle and natural makeup due to the amounts of fake blood that will be covering her face. There will be clear amounts of blood around her mouth to show she’s hurt and in danger, and when she smiles this will be evident within her teeth also. There will also be bruising around her neck and up the sides of her face to connote the serious physical harm she’s been subjected too. This sfx makeup also creates enigmas within the opening sequence as the audience are unaware as to who Natasha is and why she looks that way.

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Within our production there will be two characters, Chloe being the main character and Natasha being the victim that appears near the end of the opening sequence.

At the beginning of the sequence Chloe will be wearing black jeans and a white shirt, the reasoning behind this outfit choice is to portray a sense of normality and realism throughout. It also diverts the ideology that she may have done something wrong depicting an innocent and ‘normal’ atmosphere. However the use of black within the colour of the jeans links to the connotations of the main character having a sinister background that the audience are yet to know about. Chloe will also be wearing black heeled boots in order to give the character a sense of sophistication, showing the maturity of the woman. Near to the middle of the sequence Chloe will get undressed ready to shower and will then put a white robe/ dressing gown on after. This portrays her vulnerability regarding the colour and lack of clothing she is wearing and therefore foreshadows that she may come to some harm later on in the production.
Natasha will be wearing clothes that are deemed as everyday appropriate, some may say not out of the ordinary or suspicious. For starters she will be wearing black jeans along with a shirt or blouse. We have chose this outfit combination as it doesn't give away any hints about the character's life or occupation, and therefore the viewer has to continue watching to find out this information. These clothes will be evidently covered in a significant amount of blood therefore the colour of the blouse isn’t extremely important.

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For our thriller filming location we are using an ordinary house in order to create a realistic atmosphere within the thriller. Our group want the location to be authentic as it will demonstrate to the audience that the topic of our thriller could happen to anyone. It also means that the thriller will be effective as the audience will be concerned not only for the characters but possibly for themselves due to the realism of it. The locations used within the house will be rooms such as the bathroom and kitchen as the character will be getting herself washed from what she has done. The locations used in the house will be similar to the locations the audience may use when they get home from a day at work or school. This therefore also demonstrates the similarities between the character and the members of the audience and thus exhibits the reality that the occurrences can happen to anyone. By using one simple location such as an ordinary house the thriller becomes a lot easier for the audience to follow. Consequently they do not become confused with what is happening and so when the climax is reached it is more effective.