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Distortions Unlimited Ed Edmunds Talks Monsters and Making

by DistortionsUnlimited

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Length
2:19
Views
6,550
Published
Dec 2019

What this video covers

In this short interview-style clip, Ed Edmunds — co-owner of Distortions Unlimited and a veteran of the Halloween manufacturing industry — reflects on his lifelong passion for monsters, shares his favorite monster, and speaks candidly about the challenges and rewards of making monsters professionally. Distortions Unlimited, based in Greeley, Colorado, produces animatronics, props, masks, and costumes for haunted attractions, theme parks, and the broader Halloween market. Ed's career spans more than four decades and includes recognition through the Travel Channel series Making Monsters. The video offers an intimate glimpse into the mindset of one of Halloween's most influential craftspeople.

Key takeaways

  • Ed Edmunds has been a leading figure in Halloween mask making and manufacturing for over 40 years
  • Distortions Unlimited produces animatronics, props, masks, and costumes for theme parks and haunted attractions
  • Ed discusses the personal passion and perseverance required to build a career around monster making
  • The company is recognized for its Shocktronics animatronic line and has been featured on the Travel Channel
  • A brief but personal look at the creative philosophy behind one of Halloween's top manufacturing companies

Who this is for

Halloween enthusiasts, aspiring prop and mask makers, and fans of Distortions Unlimited or the Making Monsters TV series who want an insider perspective from a legendary industry figure.

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