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Blow your actor in half with this cool film effect

How to blow your actor in half with this cool film effect

Ready to make your horror movie masterpiece, on par with the likes of Sam Raimi, Tobe Hooper, Eli Roth, Rob Bottin, and the late Stan Winston? Well, this shows you how to hack somebody in half, right across ...

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Create a limb tear effect

How to create a limb tear effect

Want to be a special effects master like Stan Winston or Rob Bottin? Indy Mogul's here to help with this video on creating a leg-tearing effect. A great trick for any indie horror flick.

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Make a blood spurting knife wound

How to make a blood spurting knife wound

Whether it's Halloween or you're making your own movie, this SFX video is sure to wow and amaze. In order to make this bloody knife wound, get out a Dremel, safety glasses, vice, knife, thin plastic tubing, a ...

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Create and animate a stop motion LEGO brickfilm

How to create and animate a stop motion LEGO brickfilm

After years of playing around with Legos as a kid, I've finally found the value in them... brickfilms! The next time you clean your basement or attic, dig out those old Legos and start animating with stop ...

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Make your own animated flip book

How to make your own animated flip book

Flip books are fun for anyone who has a little time on their hands, children, college kids, disgruntled employees... but to make a really cool flipbook, you should check this out.

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How to operate the HD digital Canon XH-A1 camera

Operate the HD digital Canon XH-A1 camera

Watch this extensive guide to using the Canon XH-A1, providing a thorough explanation for film aficionados on how to manually adjust the ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
Views 1,300

How to pan and Lock on the Technik Skater

Pan and Lock on the Technik Skater

Watch this professional cinematography video to learn how to pan and lock to enhance and maximize the performance of the P+S Technik SKATER ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 1
Views 748

How to prepare for your first professional film shoot

Prepare for your first professional film shoot

In this episode, Steve shares some knowledge he's gained through ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 2
Views 1,962

How to rip a heart out of someone's chest for fun - or movies

Rip a heart out of someone's chest for fun - or movies

If you've seen Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom, you'll know one ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
Views 1,707

How to setup Rembrandt lighting for a film shoot

Setup Rembrandt lighting for a film shoot

This is a The Substream's "The Film Lab" series on lighting basics. This episode covers Rembrandt Lighting. Mike and Rajo teach you how ...more

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Curated 7 months ago by bird crick | Comments 0
Views 4,608

How to shoot on a green screen

Shoot on a green screen

Looking to create great special FX for you films using a green screen. Steve from Indy Mogul teaches you how to shoot using a blue screen or ...more

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Curated 2 years ago by cwiltz | Comments 0
Views 2,890

How to simulate a dolly shot with just a camera tripod

Simulate a dolly shot with just a camera tripod

brusspup has tons of ingenious tips and tricks for everybody! In this ...more

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Curated 3 months ago by signalred | Comments 1
Views 795

How to slate a film, read a line script and keep a shot log

Slate a film, read a line script and keep a shot log

If you have ever wondered about the functionality of slating during a ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 1
Views 3,256

How to stunt fight Kung Fu style

Stunt fight Kung Fu style

In this week's episode of Backyard FX, Erik visits the Indy Kung Fu Masters of West Haven Brook to learn some awesome tips for movie fight ...more

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Curated 2 years ago by bird crick | Comments 4
Views 3,989

How to submit an audition video to Playboy

Submit an audition video to Playboy

Sexy Playboy Cyber Girl Dana Dicillo has some advice for you in making your audition video for Holly's 55th Anniversary Playmate Search ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by Amie | Comments 6
Views 29,907

How to turn in to Heath Ledger's Joker with Halloween makeup

Turn in to Heath Ledger's Joker with Halloween makeup

"It's a funny world we live in. Speaking of which, do you know how I ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 3
Views 4,838

How to understand depth of field while focusing a camcorder

Understand depth of field while focusing a camcorder

Depth of Field (DoF) is easy to understand, but it is often extremely ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
Views 1,876

How to understand the features on the Technik Skater

Understand the features on the Technik Skater

Watch this professional cinematography video to understand the various ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
Views 923

How to use a light meter to properly light a digital film

Use a light meter to properly light a digital film

A light meter can prove to be an invaluable tool on any film set ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 1
Views 6,367

How to use a Marantz digital audio recorder

Use a Marantz digital audio recorder

Check out this video tutorial to show you how to use a Marantz digital audio recorder. This video was made by the equipment room at CUNY ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
Views 1,807

How to use camera angles for more than just a cool shot

Use camera angles for more than just a cool shot

Camera angles can be expressed in both physical and psychological ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
Views 2,500

How to use natural light in your video project

Use natural light in your video project

Lets keep this short: you can't control the sun, so it's best to adhere to (or slightly manipulate) it. The perk about natural, outdoor ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
Views 909

How to use periscopes & borescopes with the Technik Skater

Use periscopes & borescopes with the Technik Skater

Watch this instructional video to learn how to use periscopes and ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
Views 1,135

How to use Redrock microMattebox and microFilters

Use Redrock microMattebox and microFilters

Watch this digital filmmaking instructional video on filter management with the Redrock micro mattebox and micro filters. This ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by WonderDude Mike | Comments 0
Views 1,067

How to use the JVC DR-DV5000 Direct To Edit

Use the JVC DR-DV5000 Direct To Edit

Check out this cinematography tutorial video that demonstrates how to use your professional JVC DR-DV5000 Direct to Edit (DTE). The ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by tenebrism | Comments 0
Views 810

How to use the JVC GY-DV5100U professional camcorder

Use the JVC GY-DV5100U professional camcorder

Check out this cinematography tutorial video that demonstrates how to ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by tenebrism | Comments 0
Views 1,019

How to use the Sony HD PMW-EX3 digital camcorder

Use the Sony HD PMW-EX3 digital camcorder

See how to use the Sony Hi-Def PMW-EX3 digital camera, with a little help from Philip Bloom. This is a great video to teach you everything ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by WonderDude Mike | Comments 0
Views 3,130

How to use the Steadybag on the Technik Skater

Use the Steadybag on the Technik Skater

Watch this professional cinematography video to learn how to use the Steadybag to enhance and maximize the performance of the P+S Technik ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
Views 914

How to use voice-overs in your video project

Use voice-overs in your video project

Contrary to some screenwriting gurus, voice-over can be a handy narrative device. By speaking directly to the audience, rather than ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
Views 1,392

How to adjust curved moves of the Technik SKATER

Adjust curved moves of the Technik SKATER

Watch this instructional cinematography video to learn how to adjust curved movement to maximize the performance of the P+S Technik SKATER ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by WonderDude Mike | Comments 0
Views 1,110

How to apply "Bloody Burn" body paint

Apply "Bloody Burn" body paint

Are you looking to scare someone? Or maybe it's Halloween time. Either way watch and learn how to create a fake bloody burn using face ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 1
Views 2,224

How to be Heath's Ledger's Joker from "The Dark Knight"

Be Heath's Ledger's Joker from "The Dark Knight"

Why so serious? This three-part video tutorial will show you how to ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
Views 1,081

How to become a movie ninja

Become a movie ninja

Are you tired of being picked on by the neighborhood samurai? Then you need to watch Indy Mogul's Ninja extravaganza! Erik will show you ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rhei222 | Comments 2
Views 1,979

How to boffer sword fight with the Knights of Gray

Boffer sword fight with the Knights of Gray

Check out this video from the Knight of Gray. If you are a LARPer, and are art of a LARPing association, then you must check with your ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
Views 1,680

How to boffer sword fight, after learning about boffers

Boffer sword fight, after learning about boffers

Okay, you're ready to go out and kick some serious ass with you boffer ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
Views 3,266

How to build a cable mounted camera rig for overhead shots

Build a cable mounted camera rig for overhead shots

On Backyard FX by IndyMogul, Erik and the crew build a Cable-Cam to ...more

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Curated 12 months ago by rmansur | Comments 0
Views 4,276

How to build a cheap and portable green screen

Build a cheap and portable green screen

This video tutorial from IndyMogul shows you how to build a cheap and portable green screen. This week on Backyard FX, Indy Mogul build a ...more

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Curated 9 months ago by rmansur | Comments 0
Views 6,613

How to build a homemade steadycam camera stabilizer

Build a homemade steadycam camera stabilizer

In this video tutorial, you'll see how you can build a homemade steadycam camera stabilizer for under fifty bucks. This is more ...more

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Curated 12 months ago by WonderHowTo | Comments 0
Views 9,154

How to build an inexpensive teleprompter

Build an inexpensive teleprompter

Teleprompters cost thousands of dollars. This video teaches you how to make a good one for less than $50.00

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Curated 1 year ago by Sclipo | Comments 1
Views 1,879

How to build prop break-away furniture cheap

Build prop break-away furniture cheap

This week on BFX we teach you how to build break-away furniture, because if you break one more real chair over your friend's head, he's ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
Views 1,449

How to build your own light kit for $25

Build your own light kit for $25

No light no movie. Indy Mogul teaches you how to create your own basic lighting kit for $25. Also covered are lighting basics, including ...more

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Curated 2 years ago by cwiltz | Comments 3
Views 6,636

How to completely make a foam boffer sword for LARPing

Completely make a foam boffer sword for LARPing

This four-part video tutorial will show you how to make a basic boffer ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by tenebrism | Comments 2
Views 5,202

How to construct a wooden sword

Construct a wooden sword

Watch this video tutorial to see how to construct a wooden sword. Here, this particular sword is a European Knight sword. It's an easy ...more

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Curated 10 months ago by tenebrism | Comments 2
Views 3,935

How to create a blood squirting "axe in the back" effect

Create a blood squirting "axe in the back" effect

This video tutorial from IndyMogul shows you how to create a blood ...more

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Curated 9 months ago by rmansur | Comments 0
Views 2,150

How to create a camera tripod with a rubber band

Create a camera tripod with a rubber band

There are a lot of ways to keep your camera from shaking. Most of these involve expensive devices known as tripods. If you're super stingy ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 5
Views 12,121

How to create a scifi space helmet

Create a scifi space helmet

Make a space helmet for less then $20! Check out the Make a space suit video to make the matching suit.

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
Views 1,423

How to create a three-legged effect for your movies

Create a three-legged effect for your movies

Indy Mogul shows you how to create a three-legged mutant effect for your movies.

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Curated 1 year ago by rhei222 | Comments 0
Views 334

How to create aging makeup

Create aging makeup

Do you want to make your actors look older? The guys at Indy Mogul show you how to make aging makeup for under $30.

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Curated 2 years ago by cwiltz | Comments 5
Views 2,057

How to create anaglyph 3D with two cameras and After Effects

Create anaglyph 3D with two cameras and After Effects

Ben Slotover and Paul Elliott, aka Blunt Productions, shows how to ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 2
Views 7,889

How to create bruises and wounds with makeup

Create bruises and wounds with makeup

Professional makeup artist Roger Bennett Riggle shows you how to create realistic and bloody bruises and wounds with makeup.

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Curated 1 year ago by MonkeySee | Comments 3
Views 7,586

How to create cheap bloody special effects

Create cheap bloody special effects

Watch this special effects tutorial that provides the basic idea as to how to achieve cheap bloody effects for any independent film. Simply ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
Views 2,755

How to create drawless animation for your film

Create drawless animation for your film

Drawless Animation!?! That don't make sense! But Rob Shrab, today's guest professor, proves otherwise. He proves that Drawless Animation ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 1
Views 1,009

How to create gunshot wounds

Create gunshot wounds

Make a low budget action movie? The guys at Indy Mogul show you how to make squibs for gunshot and blood FX for your films for only $15.

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Curated 2 years ago by cwiltz | Comments 0
Views 2,297

How to create realistic wounds and stitches

Create realistic wounds and stitches

In this episode of BFX, Erik shows you how to create a gross and realistic gash that you can stitch up. It looks so good you can even ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 1
Views 2,522

How to cut dome holes for your R2D2

Cut dome holes for your R2D2

This is a tutorial on how to cut the round holes on your R2D2 dome, why? Aren't there enough R2D2s out there? I think there are. But just ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by Amie | Comments 0
Views 806

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Beautifully constructed wooden SuperCar Maniwa manufactured by Sada-Kenbi. The wooden Japanese car goes for $44,000. Wow. That's a lot for a toy. However, this baby is street legal and can go up to ...

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Uh...yuck. Fun, but definitely yuck. Terrifying taxidermied jewelry and accessories by Reid Peppard. That's right, dead rodent cufflinks, change purses, bowties, bracelets... and a guinea pig hair ...

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Science geeks behold, the perfect dessert. The cupcake Periodic Table. Pretty simple to do-it-yourself. Start with basic cupcakes in a square mold and decorate! Previously, Knit the Periodic Table ...

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Wait for it, wait for it... it happens really fast... at right about 1:05. Okay, maybe he's not a world champion, but a very cool party trick nonetheless. Here's one way to do it (not quite as perfect ...

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More redneck fun. Bob Moravitz plus family and friends have created an 8 hour event of propelling vehicles off cliffs. Held yearly, admission is free but donations are encouraged (to cover insurance ...

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