How We Make Dinosaur Animatronics
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What this video covers
Distortions Unlimited walks viewers through their professional production pipeline for a Raptor animatronic, covering every major phase from initial design and sculpting through mold pouring, mechanical assembly, and final paint work. The behind-the-scenes format offers a rare look at how a commercial haunt prop manufacturer operates at an industry level. The finished Raptor is showcased in a Jurassic World-inspired scene before being prepared for display at the Transworld Halloween Show.
Key takeaways
- ◆Full cradle-to-crate production pipeline shown in a compact format — design, sculpt, pour, mechanics, and paint
- ◆Rare behind-the-scenes access to a major commercial animatronic manufacturer
- ◆Raptor animatronic is a finished retail product available through Distortions Unlimited
- ◆Prop is trade-show ready, giving insight into professional haunt industry standards
- ◆Cinematic Jurassic-themed demo scene illustrates how the finished piece performs in context
Who this is for
Haunt professionals, serious prop builders, and creature fabrication enthusiasts who want an inside look at how a commercial animatronic dinosaur is made from concept to finished product.
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