The props used and the set of a film are very important characteristics in setting the mood and tone and establishing backstory. In this blog, I will explain the props we used and why, along with where our film is set.
Props
One of the first shots in our film is a close-up of things one would bring to the beach: sunglasses, sunscreen, glasses, a brush, a water bottle, and a towel. The first scene shows a hand grabbing each item, and once the towel is moved, the camera focuses on a stack of notebooks, a folder, and a book. The beach essentials are used to let the viewer infer that the character is going to the beach, giving a little background information. Meanwhile, focusing in on the notebooks and novel give background to the character herself, suggesting that she is kind of nerdy and cares about school. As the character is shown looking into the mirror, you see her in an all black outfit, with baggy jeans and a hoodie. Her outfit is key to conveying the idea that she's different from other girls, but in the following scene where she changes into a more popular beach attire, this suggests that she is trying to fit in.
Set
The sets in our film opening contain shots in the main character's bathroom, room, Hollywood Boardwalk, and Hollywood Beach. Shooting in the main character's home allows the viewer to see a little into her personal life and get a clearer sense of her actual emotions. Meanwhile, shooting at the beach in Hollywood gives the film a teenage sense.
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