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29 Dec
Episode: Backyard FX
Behind-the-Scenes of The Spirit Test Film
We were overwhelmed with the demand for more detail and more explanation about how we shot "The Spirit's Day Off" test film for our green screen build. So, for this 5th Monday bonus episode of BFX, Barely Political's green screen master, Tom Smalls, shows you tips and tricks of compositing in po
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29 Dec
Episode: Beyond the Trailer
Movie Math: Benjamin Button, The Spirit, Valkyrie and more!
Did Hollywood get everything it wanted for Christmas? Beyond The Trailer host Grace Randolph shares the ultimate fate of Benjamin Button, Marley & Me, The Spirit, Valkyrie and Bedtime Stories.
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27 Dec
Episode: Beyond the Trailer
'The Curious Case of Benjamin Button' Movie Review
Brad Pitt ages backwards, but will you be counting backwards to keep from being bored? Find out if David Fincher’s special effects extravaganza has any heart!
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27 Dec
Episode: Beyond the Trailer
'Marley & Me' Movie Review
Owen Wilson, Jennifer Aniston, and a yellow Labrador…they’re all so cute! Why buy a dog when you can get the whole experience for the mere price of a movie ticket?
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27 Dec
Episode: Beyond the Trailer
'Bedtime Stories' Movie Review
Adam Sandler wants to baby-sit your kids, but should you stick around to join the fun?
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27 Dec
Episode: Beyond the Trailer
'Valkyrie' Movie Review
Even Hitler is no match for Maverick! Tom Cruise dons an eye patch in an attempt to regain his dignity.
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27 Dec
Episode: Beyond the Trailer
'The Spirit' Movie Review
Gabriel Macht romances the ladies, but will Frank Miller leave him impotent at the box office? Eva Mendes, Scarlett Johansson and Jaime King do their best to heat up the night.
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24 Dec
Episode: The Best Short Films in the World
Best of The Best 2008 : Episode 14
In this special holiday episode, Bobby brings you the first ever BEST OF THE BEST OF The Best Short Films in The World. Celebrating 4 of the best short films to grace the show in 2008. And for the first time ever: The Filmmakers join him "live" to say thanks. WHO MADE THE CUT? You have to tune i
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22 Dec
Episode: Backyard FX
Spider-Man Special FX Artist J.C. Brotherhood : BFX : Hollywood FX
J.C. Brotherhood has worked on all three Spiderman films, I am Legend, and The International. In his workshop, J.C. shows us the "Sweeney Gun" which creates projectile effects. Erik even gets to test out the gun himself, shooting dust and spark pellets. And if you want to know what it takes to b
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21 Dec
Episode: Beyond the Trailer
Movie Math: Yes Man, Seven Pounds, The Tale of Despereaux
Hollywood was hit hard this weekend, December 19-21! Beyond The Trailer host Grace Randolph gives you bad news for Yes Man, Seven Pounds and The Tale of Despereaux, as well as her review for Clint Eastwood’s Gran Torino.
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20 Dec
Episode: Beyond the Trailer
'Seven Pounds' Movie Review
How high can Will Smith’s star rise, and will he make like Icarus if he goes too far?
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19 Dec
Episode: Beyond the Trailer
'Yes Man' Movie Review
Jim Carrey literally goes for broke as he tries to revive his career! Is desperation funny?
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18 Dec
Episode: The Best Short Films in the World
The Work Place : Episode 13
In this episode, Bobby works out 4 of the best short films in the world. Films include: "Office Lunch" by Tom Vullo "Not So Small Talk" by A film by Suzanne Keilly & Kirsten Roeters. "OurSpace" by Jon Haller "Julia's Store" by Casey Donahue View these films in their entirety at our blog
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16 Dec
Episode: Beyond the Trailer
Holiday DVD Gift Giving Guide
You’ve been told a DVD is the perfect holiday gift, but is it really? Beyond The Trailer’s Grace Randolph and her grandma find out what people really want this year, plus answer important questions like to Blu-Ray or not to Blu-Ray…
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15 Dec
Episode: Backyard FX
Green Screen on the Go Build
This week on Backyard FX, we build a portable green screen for under $40 that you can take with you on shoots. Erik also gives you the basics on how to correctly light a green screen shoot and how to replace the green screen in post-production. Tomorrow, you'll find out what 'The Spirit' does on
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14 Dec
Episode: Beyond the Trailer
Movie Math: TDTESS, 4 Christmases, Twilight, Golden Globes
How did the movies do at the box office December 12-14? Beyond The Trailer host Grace Randolph gives you the report card for The Day The Earth Stood Still, Four Christmases, Twilight, and all those Golden Globe movies.
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13 Dec
Episode: Beyond the Trailer
'Gran Torino' Movie Review
Clint Eastwood can still beat the crap out of you. Accept it and submit.
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13 Dec
Episode: Beyond the Trailer
'Frost/Nixon' Movie Review
Richard Nixon the tragic hero. This is how good PR is done, folks!
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12 Dec
Episode: Beyond the Trailer
'The Day The Earth Stood Still' Movie Review
Should we welcome alien Klaatu with open arms, or tell him to go home? Keanu Reeves strives for a post-Matrix career…
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11 Dec
Episode: The Best Short Films in the World
GrindHouse : Episode 12
In this episode, Bobby grinds out 4 of the best short films in the world. Films include: "Chainsaw Maid" by Takena Nagao "The Morning After by Daniel Knight "SleepWalkers" by Ryan Lightbourn "Can Vegetarians Eat Meat?" by Elliot Goldner View these films in their entirety at our blog post.
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08 Dec
Episode: Backyard FX
Hand Stab, Halo, Portal Gun : YFX
For our second episode of Your FX, we took the viewers feedback and made this episode based on what you wanted to see. We've kept the clip mash ups, but have included a few detailed user-submitted tutorials. This episode features "Hand Stab" by BridBoyRoss, "Portal Gun" by Daniel R., and "Halo A
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07 Dec
Episode: Beyond the Trailer
Movie Math: Punisher War Zone, Twilight, Four Christmases
Grace Randolph does some Sunday afternoon quarterbacking! Find out how Punisher War Zone, Four Christmases, Twilight, Bolt, Bond 22, etc did at the box office.
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06 Dec
Episode: Beyond the Trailer
'Punisher: War Zone' Movie Review
Dolph, Thomas and now Ray – third time’s the charm? Or is Batman the only real vigilante in town?
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06 Dec
Episode: Beyond the Trailer
'Cadillac Records' Movie Review
Beyonce climbs on Etta James’ shoulders. Will she finally be able to reach artistic credibility?
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06 Dec
Episode: Beyond the Trailer
'Milk' Movie Review
Thirty years later and Harvey Milk is more relevant than ever. Do Sean Penn and Gus Van Sant do him justice with this biopic?
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04 Dec
Episode: The Best Short Films in the World
I Dare You : Episode 11
In this episode, Bobby DARES YOU to watch 4 of the best short films in the world. Films include: "Chronicle of a Jump" by Zohar Lavi-Hasson "the Fix-Up" by Sweaty Robot "Truth or Dare" by Dan Chung "Non Voix" by Mitchell Stafiej View these films in their entirety at our blog post. Don'
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01 Dec
Episode: Backyard FX
How to make a Cable-Cam for Cheap Build
This week on Backyard FX, Erik and the crew build a Cable-Cam to achieve awesome cinematic camera angles like fly-thru and overhead shots. The Cable-Cam is like a camera dolly, but instead of being on a track, the camera is in the air on cables or rope, so you can shoot above the action. Erik sh
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