Posts tagged: bfx


How To: Rip a Heart out of Someones Chest

By indymogul

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 intstructable Indy Mogul shows you how to create the effect, with only $10. Don't forget to check out our previous episode on how to create a fake heart..



You Will Need:



1. old pillow



2. old plastic food container



3. aluminum foil



4. 16oz fake blood



5. Red Spray Paint



6. old s » READ MORE

January 31, 2008
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How to Make a Fake Hand

By indymogul

Previously on Indy Mogul, we showed you how to make a fake head for your indie filmmaking needs. This week we have the recipe for a fake hand! We are always looking for new projects like these at Indy Mogul, so send in your ideas! And don't forget to subscribe to our podcast on iTunes.

 

Shopping List

  1. 16 lbs. plaster of paris.

    (8 lbs for the top half, 8 for the bottom. )



  2. BFX ballistics gel.

    (Check out this Weekend Extra for more details.)



  3. Liquid lat » READ MORE
August 24, 2007
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How to Make Fake Heads

By indymogul

Hey, everyone, and welcome to the technical blog for Indy Mogul's Episode#14 (fake heads).This build was a lot of fun and I hope you guys enjoy the episode. Send in your fake head videos and remember you can submit your project ideas here! And don't forget to subscribe to our podcast on iTunes!

Shopping List

  1. Styrofoam head.

    (Many different websites sell these, but the cheapest I found were at www.valuedisplay.com )



  2. Flesh colored spray paint.

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August 17, 2007
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How to Make a Rain Machine

By indymogul

How do you add instant drama to your scenes? Rain and sappy music of course. Using some wood, rope and a garden hose Erik shows you how to make a "Hollywood rain machine" for less then $50 bucks. Be sure to send in your Indie Filmmaking projects to Indy Mogul, and subscribe to our podcast on iTunes

How to make a rain machine



by Erik Beck

Hey everyone and welcome to the technical blog for Episode#13 (rain machine). All you people who wanted a » READ MORE

August 06, 2007
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How to Make Someone Look Beat-up

By indymogul

Hey everyone and welcome to the technical blog for Indy Mogul's Episode#12 (Beat-up). This is a pretty easy build compared to the Samurai Armor from last week. You can mix and match these techniques to create the "punching bag face" effect of your dreams. Keep all the cool project ideas coming. You can submit them to Indy Mogul here! And don't forget to subscribe to our podcast on iTunes!

Shopping List

  1. Soft Nose Putty.

    (You could use the regular » READ MORE
July 30, 2007
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BFX: How to Make Fake Brains

By indymogul

Hey guys!

So we know that you all love zombies, and maybe some of you even watched how to get the most realistic looking zombie makeup. Now we're going to teach you have to build a fake brain. Yeah, it not that hard, but it does take some time and creativity. If you have an idea of your own, send us your videos!

For more tips and how to's, visit our website, Indy Mogul and don't forget to subscribe to our show on iTunes. If you want to see the c » READ MORE

June 25, 2007
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