Video Tag
Every video tagged “industry history” in the library — a focused slice of the Halloween archive.
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Ed Edmunds of Distortions Unlimited recounts the origin story of the company's iconic Electric Chair animatronic and its lasting impact on the haunted house and Halloween prop industry. The episode draws on archival footage and real-world customer clips to illustrate how the prop evolved across versions, including the classic original and the Shake N Bake variant. As part of the Monster Tales series, this installment blends behind-the-scenes history with industry perspective. It offers a rare look at how a single prop concept can shape an entire seasonal entertainment market.
Ed Edmunds, co-owner of Distortions Unlimited, introduces 'Remember the Future,' a book authored by Lee Lambert chronicling the full history of his company — from a one-man mask-making operation in a small apartment to a powerhouse in the haunted attraction industry. The first volume focuses specifically on Distortions' early latex mask era. Lambert, who previously documented Don Post Studios, was given unprecedented behind-the-scenes access by Edmunds and co-owner Marsha Taub-Edmunds. This short promotional video serves as a personal endorsement from the subject of the book himself.
Ed and Marsha Edmunds of Distortions Unlimited catch up with the Morris Costumes team at the 2021 Transworld Halloween Show, celebrating more than four decades of doing business together. The conversation spans multiple generations of the Morris family and longtime colleagues, offering a warm behind-the-scenes look at how enduring partnerships are built in the Halloween industry. Stories about company founders Phil and Amy Morris add historical depth to what is essentially a tribute to long-term collaboration and friendship in the haunt trade.
