Props, costume, setting

For this part of planning I was thinking a lot about costumes, props, and the set and how all that stuff tells the story without anyone even talking. For costumes we’re going with the rebellious teen vibe so like hoodies, dark colors, messy stuff, just clothes that make it look like the character doesn’t care about rules or expectations. It’s small stuff but it really shows personality and attitude.

For the set and props we’re actually going to film in my room and try to shoot at 7 a.m. to make it as realistic as possible. We’re gonna make my room hella messy, throw stuff around, and mess up the bed. Then we’ll put stuffed animals on the bed to make it look like someone tried to trick my mom into thinking the main character was sleeping. We’re leaving it like that exposed so it’s obvious the mom already checked, which adds a little tension and makes the scene feel believable. Small props like phones, drinks, backpacks, and even tiny things like shoes on the floor or a notebook open on the desk will help make the environment feel lived-in. Props are super important because they show what’s going on without any dialogue, and they also help the audience understand the character’s personality and the

situation.

I never realized how much the set and props really tell the story until now. Even little things like a messy bed or the way the room is arranged can make the sneaking scene way more believable and add details the audience notices subconsciously. It’s kind of crazy how much you can communicate just by arranging a room and picking clothes and stuff.