Mise En Scene Key Elements - Props

The use of props in a film or TV series are responsibble for the formation, process and maintanance the term 'props' refers to several items which are transferable, which tends to be visible on any specific scene in a film. These range of objects include:

• Dressing props~ the furniture, flooring etc... These are used to dress sets
• Hand props~ this includes items which are carried or used in a film
• Hero props~ Objects which are essential to the action in a particular scene
• Mechanical props~ These may move or light up

 In this scene, Ben Stiller uses a prop where he is trying to ellectricute himself to tone his muscles. This conveys the Genre of the film as a comedy. The  painting behind him also gives a sense of irony and connotes a comical side to the movie. In this case, the props are telling us something about the character himself.