Cup of Tea Critiques Podcast
A weekly podcast brought by the team that brings you cupofteacritiques.com, the site that encourages critical viewing of film so you can decide for yourself if they’re your "cup of tea." Reading the tea leaves of the film industry is challenging. Each week on the podcast, the team peels back the layers on a movie genre or industry trend to offer aspiring filmmakers some clarity and guidance on what is often rough and indecipherable terrain that is the film and television industry. So, grab a deep brew for a deep look and some hilarious moments.
Music by Julian Hartwell (Say No More - Gh3dEJ)
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Just how important are costumes and props in film?
Have you ever considered how much research is needed to ensure the style and fit of a character’s outfit matches the period of the film? What about something as benign as the badge on a police officer’s uniform, the walker a character uses, or just a clock on a living room wall? Now imagine watching a film from the Capone era where a microwave inadvertently appears in a kitchen scene. Talk about an anachronism! Join us on the Cup of Tea Critiques Podcast as we dive into costumes and props used in film, and gain a deep appreciation for the professionals that make sure we have a seamless cinematic experience.
Send us a comment to let us know your favorite costume or prop.
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References
DeGuzman, Kyle. “What is a Costume Designer — Job Description, Duties & Salary.” Studiobinder (August 14 2022). https://www.studiobinder.com/blog/what-is-a-costume-designer-job-description/.
DeGuzman, Kyle. “What is a Prop Master — Job Description and Responsibilities.” Studio Binder (September 18 2022). https://www.studiobinder.com/blog/what-is-a-prop-master-job-description/.
Devarazz. “The Role of Costume Design in Film.” Medium (August 5 2023).
Taborska, Anna. “Horror Essentials: Key Elements and Their Cinematic Uses.” Raindance (September 10 2024). https://raindance.org/unveiling-the-essentials-of-horror-key-elements-and-their-cinematic-uses/.
Walmsly, Nathan. “Mise-En-Scene: Props and costumes in horror movies.” (February 28 2020). https://nathanwalmsleyfmp.wordpress.com/2020/02/28/mise-en-scene-props-and-costumes-in-horror-movies/.
“Why are These Movie Props Oversized?.” Adam Savage’s Tested. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7qwi-IuoThk.
“Why Props Matter?” Raging Cinema. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I4XDvZKntpA.
Wilks, Alex. “Which Horror Props are Used Most Often During Filming?” Nightmare Toys (October 13 2023). https://www.nightmaretoys.com/blogs/news/which-horror-props-are-used-most-often-during-filming/.
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