Post Mortem
One of the most distinctive features of Silent Witness is its focus on the post mortem process. The pathologists spend much of their time in the Lyell Centre's laboratory, so a huge amount of effort is spent ensuring this aspect of the series is as intriguing and authentic as possible. Click on the clips below to hear more about the post mortems - not for the squeamish.
The Actors
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Emilia Fox - autopsy process
Emilia describes the autopsy process and how it affects her.
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Emilia Fox - post mortem
Emilia Fox talks about her first experiences of observing real-life post mortems.
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The actors and pathology
Forensic pathologist Ben Swift talks about how the team have all learnt a lot about forensic pathology from their roles in Silent Witness.
Prosthetics
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Creating the Silicone Head
Prosthetics Supervisor Pauline Fowler talks exclusively about the challenges of making the silicone heads for the bodies of the deceased.
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The Making of the Brain
Prosthetics Supervisor Pauline Fowler describes the process of creating life-like brains for the actors to examine in the cutting room.
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HD TV and Silicone Bodies
Prosthetics Supervisor Pauline Fowler talks about the making of the incredibly life-like bodies for the show, and the new challenges faced thanks to high-definition television.
