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SFX Tips & History


Gojira & Godzilla: Legends of Japanese Special Effects Makeup and My Childhood Hero.
The theme song... as soon as I hear it with the famous roar! What a goosebumps moment. Many childhood memories come up with the song. Even when Hideki Matsui showed up for his baseball game in Angels, I have the same excitement. His nickname is Gojira. Japanese special effects makeup has a rich history that reflects the country’s creativity, resourcefulness, and cultural storytelling. Few icons illustrate this evolution better than Gojira (AKA Godzilla), the legendary monster
Dec 30, 20255 min read


From Alien to Predator: Badlands- Timeline of Alien and Predator Universe & Creature Effects
Are you Alien fan? Or Predator fan? Or both? Since 1979, the Alien and Predator movies have captivated sci-fi and horror fans for decades. Both series feature terrifying extraterrestrial creatures (not like E.T.), intense action, and rich lore. However, the timeline connecting these movies can be confusing. This article breaks down the Alien and Predator movie timeline clearly and chronologically, helping fans (and myself) understand how these stories fit together. I placed
Dec 23, 20256 min read


Recipe 12 : Which SFX Makeup Glue is the Best? & Remover?
How were your Halloween costumes and makeup? Did you get many candies while Trick or Treating? Did you scare many friends at the Halloween Party? Or did you have a difficult time removing makeup after the party? It is so typical that some people forget to use proper glue and remover for special effects makeup and have a chaotic removal time after midnight. Definitely, you do not want that. I hope this article helps you with your next makeup! When you go to a makeup store, you
Nov 11, 20257 min read


Recipe 11 : Latex vs Silicone! (and other prosthetic materials)
Many of you might have heard people say "Silicone is the best!!" And you look at the price... yes, it is very expensive. Don't worry. There are many other materials that you can try. In this article, I will explain the pros and cons of each prosthetic material. The title says "Latex vs Silicone," but I will introduce 5 materials. They are Foam Latex, Silicone, Gelatin, Liquid Latex, and Bondo Transfer. These are only my personal opinions. You can try each material and decide
Nov 4, 20259 min read
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