Locations, set design, costume and props

Settings and locations play a big part in uncovering the story in thrillers. Especially in genres such as crime and action where they are set in major cities such as London and New York. These are popular locations because of how busy they are, how they look and sound on camera and also because they give us an everyday insight on 'normal' people's lives. Car chases and explosions usually happen on these busy streets which add tension. In crime, action, spy, and some other thrillers, the set designs can vary from being very busy and cramped, to spacious and isolated. If a scene is being shot in a busy set design this can tell us that something big is about to happen or important. A busy set design could contain loads of obstacles, walls, mirrors, etc in. If a director uses a derelict, spacious set, this usually means they don't want to give anything away about the location to create confusion for the character and the audience. These kinds of sets are used mostly in spy and crime thrillers. They could have as little as just four walls, a window, a light and a chair in the corner. The costumes worn are usually smart, formal clothes i.e suits, hats, and overcoats, worn especially in crime, spy and action thrillers to hide and protect identities. The props can be anything but are mostly weapons however can be books, briefcases, papers, etc.