Posts Tagged ‘Practical Effects’
How Car Chase Scenes Have Evolved Over 100 Years
Peek into cinema history to learn why car chase scenes are staples for filmmakers and how these stunts change and grow with new technology.
Homemade VFX: Create and Film a DIY Meteor Strike
Computer-generated visual effects are useful, but they aren’t perfect for every shot. Learn how models and good cinematography can create great visuals.
5 Filmmaking Tips for Creating Practical Gore Effects
Working on a horror film or video project? Here are some practical filmmaking tips for creating gore effects that won’t break your budget.
Create Unbelievable Cosmic Imagery With Everyday Ingredients
It’s surprisingly simple and inexpensive to create jaw-dropping cosmic scenes with everyday ingredients. Put together a quick shopping list and get ready to blow some minds.
How to Recreate Star Wars Practical Effects
Recreate the groundbreaking Star Wars practical effects with this fun collection of tools and tutorials.
Cinematography Tip: Creating the Illusion of Scale
Illustrating a sense of scale is something that filmmakers still often have difficulty with today. These resources should give you a better understanding of how to magnify …
The Very Real Stunts of James Bond
These behind-the-scenes clips of explosive James Bond action will leave you both shaken and stirred.
Create Explosive Action in Your Next Film With a DIY Air Cannon
Learn how to make great practical explosion effects with a DIY air cannon. It’s safe for your cast and crew — and the results are impressive!
Look Away! Practical Horror Effects in Classic Films
Celebrate the remake of Poltergeist with this ghastly collection of classic practical horror effects!
Top 10 Best and Worst Practical Effects in Movie History
Are practical effects making a comeback? Let’s take a look at some of the amazing highs and laughable lows from the history of practical effects.
The Old School Practical Effects of the Star Wars Universe
Take a look at the miniatures, models, matte paintings, puppets, and other practical effects that brought a distant galaxy to life.
CineFix Presents a Collection of the Best Visual Effects
The film geeks of CineFix shine a light on some of the most interesting, well-executed, and groundbreaking visual effects in cinematic history.