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"Darling, I didn't want to say anything,
but..."
"Yes
Dierdre?"
"Would you feel
better if we used a less powerful lens on
the projector?" |
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I think I'd rather follow along on a video tape. |
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On an interesting side note, the homicide chalk outline displayed in countless movies and television shows is a work of fiction. Real homicide detectives have NEVER used chalk outlines to depict where the bodies were. Real forensic experts cringe when they see it since even drawing the line would possibly destroy evidence and contaminate the crime scene. A defense attorney would love that. |
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According to The Straight Dope link real homicide detectives HAVE used chalk outlines. |
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At my life drawing class if the model
wants to take a break in the middle of a
long pose, his/her outline will
sometimes be marked out in chalk to
assist in getting back to the same
position after the break. |
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I missed that site in my search [FarmerJohn] but it pretty much says that it was done in the past by a small number of detectives or over zealous officers. Change the NEVER to ALMOST never. |
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This one had tears rolling down my face, in laughter. I guess time will heal... |
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