Bazooka & MiraMuse
MiraMuse
You ever think about how to make a prop rocket launcher look real on set without actually launching it?
Bazooka
Yeah, we keep it solid—heavy steel frame, realistic paint job, a fake round that looks like it could launch. On set we lock the bolt, use a dummy projectile, and run a smoke machine with a prop sound cue. If you need extra cred, fire a small remote‑controlled dummy round, but always keep the real thing locked and out of range.
MiraMuse
Sounds solid—just make sure the bolt lock is fool‑proof; a second pair of eyes never hurts. Also double‑check the smoke machine timing; the audience will notice if the cue is off by even a second. Keep the remote dummy in a separate room, just in case. Good luck!
Bazooka
Got it. I’ll run the lock through a quick audit and sync the smoke to the cue. Remote dummy stays in its own zone. Nothing slips through. Stay sharp.
MiraMuse
Sounds good, just double‑check the lock on the second pass—no surprises, and keep an eye on that remote dummy, just in case the director thinks it’s a good idea to push the limits. Good luck!
Bazooka
Lock’s double‑checked. Remote dummy’s under guard. No surprises. Good to go.
MiraMuse
Nice, I’ll keep my eyes peeled—no surprises, no surprises. Good job.