One Jaw-dropping Detail in Daniel Craig’s Knives Out (2019) That Showed How Hard the Crew Worked Proves Knives Out 3 Could Achieve Wonders With Its Huge Budget
- ‘Knives Out’ had accurate clocks and phone timings, showing meticulous attention to detail.
- With a $210 million budget for 'Knives Out 3,' fans can expect even more detailed craftsmanship.
- A larger budget typically means better props, advanced technology, and a more polished film.
In the world of movie-making, details are everything. Sometimes, it’s the little things that make a film truly memorable. Take Knives Out, for instance, a 2019 whodunnit that had audiences guessing and giggling.
This film isn’t just about a fancy house and a juicy murder mystery (as it might seem), it’s packed with many small, almost hidden details that you might have missed on your first watch.
One of the most jaw-dropping elements? The clocks and phones on the screen always show the correct time. Imagine that—every time a clock or a phone appears, it’s displaying the exact right time for that moment in the movie. Now, that’s dedication! So why does this matter? It underscores the meticulous care that went into every scene.
This Hidden Detail in Knives Out Makes the Film Extra Real
The 2019 film Knives Out, directed by Rian Johnson (yes, the same director from Star Wars: The Last Jedi), is a treasure hunt for clues about the murder of famous writer Harlan Thrombey, portrayed by Christopher Plummer.
Even if you’ve watched it so many times, you might not be aware of the behind-the-scenes hard work that made every little detail so spot-on. The team behind the film didn’t just tweak lines to keep it family-friendly; they meticulously adjusted every clock and device to match the timing of each scene.
That’s right. In Daniel Craig‘s starrer, every clock and phone shows the correct time for each scene. The props team meticulously set all devices and clocks to the correct time for every moment in the film. In an interview with Vanity Fair, the 50-year-old said:
Anytime a clock or a phone is in set, somebody has paid very close attention to the time and has asked me what time it’s supposed to be in the actual scene.
This careful attention to detail makes the film feel more real. While props and timing might seem small, they play a big role in making the movie immersive. Accurate clocks and phones build suspense and help keep the film grounded in reality.
$200 Million for Knives Out 3 Means Even More Details
Let’s talk numbers—$40 million is no small amount, but it’s still a fraction of the astronomical sums spent on big-budget blockbusters. With this budget (via The Numbers), the Knives Out team managed to ensure that every clock and phone on screen was accurate.
Now, imagine the possibilities with a whopping $210 million budget (according to Men’s Journal) for Knives Out 3. With such a substantial increase in funds, the crew could amplify their efforts. When money talks, movies don’t just walk—they run, jump, and maybe even fly.
Imagine better props, higher-quality sets, and more time to ensure every detail is spot-on. The additional funds could also allow for hiring top-notch experts to perfect every scene. Maybe we’ll see even more clever Easter eggs hidden in plain sight, or perhaps every scene will be packed with so much detail that viewers will need to watch the film multiple times to catch them all.
If Knives Out could achieve such meticulous detail on a $40 million budget, just imagine the level of precision they could reach with a $210 million budget. Get ready, because if the team was this detail-oriented on a tight budget, the next installment might blow our minds with even more meticulous craftsmanship.
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