It Turns Out It's Not Real, Here's How the Pine Tree Was Made in the Film THE LAST SEARCH That Looks Very Much Like the Real Thing

Sometimes a film cannot use real props such as trees or rocks for various reasons, for example, because they are too heavy or for the safety of the actors. Therefore, props that closely resemble the original items are created. This applies to many films, one of which is the horror film THE LAST SEARCH. This film is set in the mountains and forests, so there are many scenes related to trees.

In the film THE LAST SEARCH, pine trees become an important element, especially at the entrance gate set that must look natural. Eventually, artificial pine trees were made that closely resemble the original trees.

The process of making these pine trees even caught the attention of renowned director Ernest Prakasa, who praised the creators as skilled artists. Let's take a look at the process of creating artificial pine trees that successfully created a real forest atmosphere in this film.

Read other articles on the same topic at Liputan6.com.

1. Films Sometimes Need Fake Props

How to Make Pine Trees in the Film THE LAST SEARCH (credit: instagram/almukalisfarisada)

A film sometimes cannot use its original props such as trees or rocks for various reasons. One of them is due to the weight of the original props, which makes it impossible to move or place them at the shooting location.

In addition, the safety of the actors is also a major concern. For example, large original trees or dangerous terrain conditions lead the production team to choose to create fake props that are safe but still look realistic.

2. Pine Trees as Key Props in the Film THE LAST SEARCH

How to Make a Pine Tree in the Film PENCARIAN TERAKHIR (credit: instagram/almukalisfarisada)

In the film THE LAST SEARCH, which is set in the mountains and forests, pine trees play an important role in creating a natural atmosphere at the entrance set. Therefore, the production team decided to make fake pine trees that closely resemble the real ones.

These fake pine trees must be able to provide a natural feel so that the scenes feel real to the audience, while also ensuring safety and ease in setting up the set.

3. The Process of Making a Imitation Pine Tree

How to Make a Pine Tree in the Film PENCARIAN TERAKHIR (credit: instagram/almukalisfarisada)

An Instagram account @almukalisfarisada shared the process of making a pine tree for the film PENCARIAN TERAKHIR. The trunk of the tree is made using a frame that is then covered with a kind of rattan weaving.

The rattan weaving is then covered with black fabric and attached with pieces of black rubber to mimic the lines that are usually found on tree trunks. Next, paint is randomly applied to make it look like the sap of a real tree.

4. Finishing the Imitation Tree to Make it More Like a Real Tree

How to Create a Pine Tree in the Movie THE LAST SEARCH (credit: instagram/almukalisfarisada)

After the initial stage, the imitation tree is repainted and green powder is added to make it more resemble the moss that is usually found on trees.

The final step is to add grass or small plants as a finishing touch so that this imitation pine tree looks truly natural. In this way, the imitation tree looks very similar to a real pine tree in nature.

5. Synopsis of the Movie THE LAST SEARCH

Synopsis of the Movie THE LAST SEARCH (credit: instagram/pencarianterakhirfilm)

This film tells the story of Drupadi whose life drastically changes after her mother disappears without a trace on Mount Sarangan. This event causes her father to become a cold and silent figure, leaving Drupadi in deep sorrow. At the age of 17, Drupadi decides to return to the mountain where her mother disappeared in search of the truth.

Q: Why are real pine trees not used in filming?
A: Due to weight and safety reasons, real trees are difficult to move and pose a danger to the actors, so artificial props are made instead.

Q: How do you make an artificial pine tree look real?
A: By creating a circular trunk frame, covering it with rattan weave, fabric, rubber pieces, painting, and adding green powder and grass.

Q: Who praised the process of making the artificial trees?
A: Director Ernest Prakasa praised the creators of the artificial trees as skilled artists.

Q: What is the background story of the film THE LAST SEARCH?
A: The film is set in the haunted Mount Sarangan, about the search for Gancar and his friends who went missing during a climb.

Want to know more unique facts about other films? Check it out at KapanLagi.com. If not now, when?

(kpl/sjn)