Make sure and watch this episode as we tackle another heavily requested effect...making someone look blown in half! Jam packed with cheap special effects, frisbee fun and a Test Film guest directed by Maniacal Rage!
It's summertime and blockbuster films are everywhere! In anticipation of the new Dark Knight movie, Erik is showing you how to recreate some serious chemical burns on your face! Just like Harvey Dent aka Two Face!
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In this episode of BFX, Erik takes Zombie effects to the next level. If an exposed skull and yummy non-toxic guts are what you dream about, then you're a sick person. However you should still watch this episode in all it's "gory". Also seek mental treatment.
Do you need an awesome costume for Comicon, or do you just need a giant prop revolver? Either way you can't miss with this episode. Erik shows you how to make your very own "Good Samaritan" revolver from Hellboy!
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In continuing with the Mogulween theme of October, this week's episode is a gory "Limb Tear" effect. With a special guest appearance by Make Magazine's Bre Pettis, this week's BFX will be anything BUT tearibble...that joke was terrible, I'm sorry.
Erik tells us how to get that broken glass effect without a trip to the hospital (BUT you've still got to be careful!). All you need is cooking spray, corn syrup, sugar, a pot, a pan, cream of tartar, and a thermometer.
Last week, we interviewed DIY Stop Motion Animator, Javan Ivey, and he showed us his home built studio. Now he's showing us how to utilize this workspace with some great software and helpful hints for doing Stop Motion Animation.
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The blood will fly! There comes a time in every filmmaker's life when he needs to lop off a head. You'll need the effects from our Limb Tear, Fake Heads, and Blood Shooter episodes to do this one. And check out Rambo, in theaters Jan 25!
Do you love the "Evil Dead" series? Do you need a prop chainsaw? Do you have $30 burning a hole in your pocket? If you said "yes" to any of these question you'll want to watch this episode. Erik shows you how to make a bloody prop chainsaw arm!
If you've seen Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom you'll know one of the greatest special effects of the film is where Mola Ram rips the heart out of someone's chest. In this episode of Backyard FX, Erik recreates that effect with the help of his family members. Don't forget to check out our previous episode on how to create a fake heart.
How to make a giant sandwich out of cardboard, foam, and spray paint. Host Erik Beck shows you how to fulfill that craving for a giant, angry sandwich.
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This week Erik shows you how to recreate the effect of someone crawling out of a TV. Just like in that scary movie The Ring. And by the way, if you're reading this and you don't click the play button we'll send that creepy dead girl from the movie after YOU!
If you could ask a ninja one thing, what would it be? Well, if you asked about swords and ninja stars, then Ninja Erik Beck has your answers. If you asked about the thousands of years of dynamic history within the ninja legend, then go read a book you nerd!!!!
How to build a muppet-style puppet using foam, a turkey carver, spray adhesive, fleece, felt and bottle caps.
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Backyard FX is back just in time for Mogulween and we aren't pulling any punches. This week we show you how to replace your best friend's arm with a motorized gatling gun! Make a cool movie or the best Halloween costume in town! All for less then $35 dollars. We are back!!!
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Robots are cool. Using only a football toy chest, trash can, old video editing controller, blue flash controllers, and some air vents, Erik and his dad construct a super-strong and smart robot big brother.
Welcome to part one of our two part Indiana Jones Special. This week we've been challenged by Eric Zala the director of "Raiders of the Lost Ark: The Adaptation" to create an awesome face melt effect for cheap! This is probably Indy Mogul's grossest effect yet so you better leave a comment and tell your friends!
Are you tired of being picked on by the neighborhood samurai? Then you need to watch part one of Indy Mogul's two part Ninja extravaganza! Erik will show you how to dress like a Ninja and more. All for under $30 dollars.
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