We take a look inside a fight director’s toolbox
Bubblewrap
Great for breaking necks. Just strap it to the inside of a collar and squeeze at the crucial moment. The loud sound is bound to elicit a wince
Blood capsules
Theatre and film directors have been using these since Shakespeare’s time. Just crunch down to simulate catastrophic internal wounds.
Hollow-hilted dagger
These daggers can be filled with blood and then emptied over an unsuspecting victim. A classic stage trick.
5 in 1 Blanks
5 in 1 Blanks can be used in a variety of firearms and are made specifically for use in theatres and on film sets.
A brittle stick
A stick strapped beneath clothing sounds uncannily like the snapping of human bones when broken in half. A crude but effective trick.