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Lot # 235: SPEED (1994) - Howard Payne's (Dennis Hopper) Screen-Matched Dead Man's Switch Detonator

Currency:USD Category:Memorabilia / Movie - Props Start Price:1,500.00 USD Estimated At:3,000.00 - 5,000.00 USD
Lot # 235: SPEED (1994) - Howard Payne's (Dennis Hopper) Screen-Matched Dead Man's Switch Detonator
This lot will be auctioned on Tuesday, June 29th. The auction will begin at 9:00am PDT and lots are sold sequentially via live auctioneer; tune in to the live streaming broadcast on auction day to follow the pace. Note other lots in the auction may close on June 30th or July 1st. Howard Payne's (Dennis Hopper) screen-matched dead man's switch detonator with concept drawings from Jan De Bont's action thriller Speed. The detonator screen-matches to the end sequence when Payne's kidnapping of Annie Porter (Sandra Bullock) was thwarted. This lot consists of a custom-made, battery-powered metal detonator prop affixed with a grip, a black rubber antenna, a pair of red lights, a green light, and an extended trigger. Also included is a sheet of paper featuring five concept drawings and handwritten notes regarding the device. The lot exhibits some wear from age and production throughout including tears and damage to the sketch paper, but it remains in excellent overall condition. Dimensions: 16" x 11" x 4" (40.75 cm x 28 cm x 10.25 cm) Contains electronic components; see notice in the Buyer's Guide. Estimate: $3,000 - 5,000