11May
Filming a gun fight calls for smoke emitting squibs, which are the same as blood squibs, but without the blood. These explosive charges can go under a shirt, in a box, or be done digitally, which are seen through examples in this free video.Expert: Shaun O’Rourke Bio: Shaun O’Rourke is a producer and owner of [...]
Tags: action sequences, digital effects, fake glass, fake props, film effects, foam walls, gun shot effects, making squibs, movie making, plastic glass, smoke effects, squibs

08May
Making fake glass to spray and explode for that exciting action sequence in a movie can be done with silicone rubber and a food processor. Learn to expertly create fake glass with advice from an independent filmmaker in this free video about making practical fake glass effects.Expert: Shaun O’Rourke Bio: Shaun O’Rourke is a producer [...]
Tags: action sequences, digital effects, fake glass, fake props, film effects, foam walls, gun shot effects, making squibs, movie making, plastic glass, smoke effects, squibs
04May
Building a foam prop for a film can be done with simple tools, adhesives and items found at a large hardware store. Construct a stone castle wall with expert advice from two independent filmmakers in this free video on making foam props.Expert: Shaun O’Rourke Bio: Shaun O’Rourke is a producer and owner of Eleven Bravo [...]
Tags: action sequences, digital effects, fake glass, fake props, film effects, foam walls, gun shot effects, making squibs, movie making, plastic glass, smoke effects, squibs
03May
Making breakaway glass to use in a film can be a long process for an independent filmmaker. In this free video, learn to use purchased silicone, Piccolastic, and Piccotex to make the mold and fake glass window for that perfect shot. Most importantly, be careful and communicate with the actors or stunt persons.Expert: Shaun O’Rourke [...]
Tags: action sequences, digital effects, fake glass, fake props, film effects, foam walls, gun shot effects, making squibs, movie making, plastic glass, smoke effects, squibs
02May
Old Westerns and Hollywood action movies have been using breakaway bottles for generations. Learn from an independent filmmaker in this free video how to make a fake glass bottle with a plastic bottle, some silicone, mold, heat and of course, patience.Expert: Shaun O’Rourke Bio: Shaun O’Rourke is a producer and owner of Eleven Bravo Productions. [...]
Tags: action sequences, digital effects, fake glass, fake props, film effects, foam walls, gun shot effects, making squibs, movie making, plastic glass, smoke effects, squibs
29Apr
Making squibs for gun shot effects in movies has been practiced for many years and can be very dangerous if not done correctly. Using digital effects, as explained by an expert in this free video, is the safest route for independent filmmakers.Expert: Shaun O’Rourke Bio: Shaun O’Rourke is a producer and owner of Eleven Bravo [...]
Tags: action sequences, digital effects, fake glass, fake props, film effects, foam walls, gun shot effects, making squibs, movie making, plastic glass, smoke effects, squibs
26Feb
Learn to do ADR & How to get great music for your film!
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