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Cut Off Head and Beheaded Illusion Halloween Props | Distortions
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Prop Reviews

Cut Off Head and Beheaded Illusion Halloween Props | Distortions

Distortions Unlimited showcases a compilation of their cut-off head and beheaded illusion props, including named characters like Headless Helga, Headless Henry, Shock and Awe, and Corpse Beheaded, as well as a custom monster beheading animatronic. The footage includes clips from the Transworld Halloween and Attractions trade show, giving viewers a professional-setting look at the props in action. Distortions Unlimited is a US-based manufacturer with over four decades of experience producing animatronics, masks, and haunt props.

DistortionsUnlimited· 4,904,990 views
Monster Beheading Illusion Prop at Distortions Unlimited
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Prop Reviews

Monster Beheading Illusion Prop at Distortions Unlimited

Distortions Unlimited showcases a custom-built Monster Beheading illusion animatronic in this short behind-the-scenes clip, featuring company figures Ed Edmunds and Marsha Taub Edmunds along with a live performer demonstrating the prop in action. The illusion gives the convincing appearance of a monster pulling off its own head, combining animatronic engineering with live performance. Distortions also offers a related commercial product called Shock and Awe through their online store. The clip doubles as a fun product tease and a peek into the creative culture at one of Halloween's longest-running prop manufacturers.

DistortionsUnlimited· 589,027 views
How To Make Latex Monster Gloves Pour & Paint DIY Hands Tutorial | Monster Lab
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DIY PropsIntermediate

How To Make Latex Monster Gloves Pour & Paint DIY Hands Tutorial | Monster Lab

Monster Lab Episode 27 with Ed Edmunds of Distortions Unlimited walks viewers through the latex pouring and painting stages of making wearable monster gloves, picking up from earlier episodes that covered sculpting and mold-making. The tutorial applies to a broad range of character builds — Halloween costumes, cosplay, theater, and SFX work. Airbrushing techniques are demonstrated to bring the finished latex gloves to life with realistic monster coloring and detail. The series reflects the professional-grade methods used inside Distortions Unlimited's own production workflow.

DistortionsUnlimited· 28,688 views
How to Make a Two Piece Plaster Mold For Monster Hand Gloves | Monster Lab
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DIY PropsIntermediate

How to Make a Two Piece Plaster Mold For Monster Hand Gloves | Monster Lab

In this episode of Distortions Unlimited's Monster Lab series, professional prop maker Ed Edmunds delivers a comprehensive step-by-step walkthrough for creating a two-piece plaster mold intended for casting latex monster hand gloves. Ed covers every stage of the process — building the clay dam, mixing and applying plaster, reinforcing with hemp fiber, and finally separating and cleaning the finished mold. The tutorial is part of a larger multi-episode arc, following a previous episode focused on sculpting the original hand forms. Distortions Unlimited notes that home hobbyists should create two separate molds (one per hand) rather than a combined mold, which the studio uses for high-volume production.

DistortionsUnlimited· 29,210 views
Best Scare Cam Shocktronic SCARES at Transworld Halloween Show | Funny REACTIONS 😱🤣
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Professional Haunted Attractions

Best Scare Cam Shocktronic SCARES at Transworld Halloween Show | Funny REACTIONS 😱🤣

Distortions Unlimited showcases their Shocktronic line at the Transworld Halloween and Attractions Trade Show in St. Louis, capturing unsuspecting attendee reactions on a scare cam. Shocktronics are a hybrid product that pair an animatronic with a costumed actor to deliver an especially intense jump scare effect. The highlight reel features several distinct Shocktronic models — including Demon Shock, Butcher Barrel Shock, Zombie Shock, Zombie Outbreak, Gargoyle Shock, and the Scream Generator — each producing memorable, often hilarious reactions. Distortions Unlimited, a U.S.-based Halloween manufacturer with over 40 years in the industry, positions Shocktronics as a premium scare solution for professional dark attractions.

DistortionsUnlimited· 16,332 views
Halloween Animatronics & Haunted House Props Compilation | Distortions Unlimited
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Prop Reviews

Halloween Animatronics & Haunted House Props Compilation | Distortions Unlimited

This compilation showcases a wide range of animatronic props and haunted house pieces manufactured by Distortions Unlimited, spanning releases from 2017 through 2020. Featured characters include an Electric Chair, Demon Fury, Sleeping Giant, Evil Clowns, Zombies, Gargoyles, and a Wicked Wolf, among others. All products are made in the USA and marketed toward professional haunters, home haunters, theme parks, and Halloween enthusiasts. Distortions Unlimited is also recognized for their Shocktronics line and their appearance on the Travel Channel series Making Monsters.

DistortionsUnlimited· 22,037 views
Roswell Alien Design by Jordu & Distortions | Making Monsters Behind the Scenes
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Professional Haunted Attractions

Roswell Alien Design by Jordu & Distortions | Making Monsters Behind the Scenes

This behind-the-scenes clip follows Ed and Marsha Edmunds of Distortions Unlimited as they visit acclaimed sculptor Jordu Schell's studio to check on the progress of a custom Roswell Alien prop commissioned for the Roswell UFO Museum. The footage was captured during production of the Travel Channel series Making Monsters. It offers a rare glimpse into the collaborative professional prop-design process between two heavyweight names in the creature and Halloween industry.

DistortionsUnlimited· 9,361 views
How To Sculpt MONSTER GLOVES for a Halloween Costume | Monster Lab
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DIY PropsIntermediate

How To Sculpt MONSTER GLOVES for a Halloween Costume | Monster Lab

In Monster Lab Episode 25, industry veteran Ed Edmunds of Distortions Unlimited walks viewers through the full sculpting process for latex monster hand gloves using WED clay and assorted sculpting tools. The gloves can be adapted to a wide range of creature types, including zombies, werewolves, aliens, and beyond, making the technique highly versatile. This episode is the first in a multi-part arc, with follow-up episodes covering molding and painting. At nearly 100 minutes, the tutorial offers an in-depth, professional-grade look at creature hand construction.

DistortionsUnlimited· 45,558 views
Roswell UFO Museum Alien Prop & Saucer Display | Distortions Making Monster Behind Scenes
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Professional Haunted Attractions

Roswell UFO Museum Alien Prop & Saucer Display | Distortions Making Monster Behind Scenes

This short behind-the-scenes clip from Distortions Unlimited showcases the alien prop and flying saucer display created for the Roswell UFO Museum in Roswell, New Mexico. The footage was captured during production of the Travel Channel reality series Making Monsters, offering a rare glimpse into Distortions' professional fabrication work beyond Halloween. It highlights the studio's breadth, spanning museum-quality themed displays alongside their well-known Halloween animatronics and masks.

DistortionsUnlimited· 9,772 views
Halloween Yard Haunt Ideas for Home Haunters Compilation | Holiday Display Inspiration
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Yard Haunts

Halloween Yard Haunt Ideas for Home Haunters Compilation | Holiday Display Inspiration

This compilation from Distortions Unlimited celebrates the creativity of home and yard haunters across North America, showcasing several standout displays that incorporate Distortions props and animatronics. Featured haunts include Thornhill Woods, Dunnett's Dark Lair, and a yard haunt from a decorator with over four decades of Halloween experience. The video wraps with a collage of builds from a wide community of haunters, highlighting both large and small-scale displays. It serves as an inspirational showcase of what dedicated home haunters can achieve using professional-grade animatronic props.

DistortionsUnlimited· 23,198 views
Monster Making is Art | Distortions Unlimited Halloween Prop Manufacturing
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Professional Haunted Attractions

Monster Making is Art | Distortions Unlimited Halloween Prop Manufacturing

This short promotional video showcases the artistry and craftsmanship behind Distortions Unlimited, a US-based Halloween prop and animatronic manufacturer with over four decades of experience. Set to classical cello music, the piece highlights the skilled team at work — sculpting, welding, painting, and finishing professional-grade creatures. Featured products span both 2020 releases and longtime classics, spanning demons, wolves, and monster characters. It positions the company's output as suitable for home haunters, professional haunted attractions, and theme parks alike.

DistortionsUnlimited· 12,984 views
Distortions Unlimited Electric Chair Animatronic Props | Haunted House Halloween Animatronics
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Prop Reviews

Distortions Unlimited Electric Chair Animatronic Props | Haunted House Halloween Animatronics

Distortions Unlimited showcases three of their electric chair animatronic props — Jolt, Electric Chair Revenge, and Shake n Bake — in a single combo demo reel. The video highlights the motion and character animation each prop delivers, positioning them as high-impact pieces for professional haunted attractions, theme parks, and Halloween events. Distortions Unlimited is a US-based manufacturer with over four decades of experience producing commercial-grade Halloween props and animatronics.

DistortionsUnlimited· 581,825 views
Making Monsters Funny Scene | Jordu and the Alien Incident at Distortions Unlimited
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Other

Making Monsters Funny Scene | Jordu and the Alien Incident at Distortions Unlimited

This short clip captures a humorous behind-the-scenes moment from the Travel Channel reality series Making Monsters, in which Distortions Unlimited founders Ed and Marsha Edmunds ask renowned sculptor Jordu Schell to rework his alien head design to better match the classic Roswell Grey aesthetic. The exchange offers a candid, comedic peek into real client-sculptor dynamics inside a professional prop shop. Distortions Unlimited was creating an alien prop and saucer display commissioned for the Roswell UFO Museum in Roswell, New Mexico. The clip doubles as a fun glimpse into the Halloween and themed-attraction industry at a professional level.

DistortionsUnlimited· 16,039 views
Halloween Yard Display at Dick Van Dykes Home Haunt | Distortions Unlimited Props
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Home Haunts

Halloween Yard Display at Dick Van Dykes Home Haunt | Distortions Unlimited Props

Ed and Marsha Edmunds of Distortions Unlimited go behind the scenes at Dick Van Dyke's legendary home haunt, helping set up professional-grade props and animatronics for his annual neighborhood Halloween event. The 2018 celebration featured an elaborate live show directed and performed by Dick's wife Arlene Silver, blending song, dance, drama, and marionette puppetry with themed characters from Hocus Pocus and The Little Mermaid. Special guests including James Cameron in Frankenstein SFX makeup added to the spectacle. The video offers a rare peek at how a celebrity-scale home haunt combines professional prop manufacturing with live theatrical performance.

DistortionsUnlimited· 26,489 views
Sculpting Tools for Clay and Mask Making | Monster Monster Lab Mash Up
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DIY PropsIntermediate

Sculpting Tools for Clay and Mask Making | Monster Monster Lab Mash Up

Three experienced sculptors from Distortions Unlimited — Ed Edmunds, Mikey Rotella, and Tom Cassidy — share their go-to clay tools for creating masks, props, and SFX pieces. The video is part of the Monster Lab instructional series, which teaches Distortions' professional approach to sculpting monsters and Halloween creations. Viewers get a practical overview of essential tool types, including rakes, wires, wooden tools, and sponges, and how each is used in the sculpting process.

DistortionsUnlimited· 5,266 views
ALMOST COOPER's Bobby Jensen Visits Distortions to Pick Up Alice Cooper Prop
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Professional Haunted Attractions

ALMOST COOPER's Bobby Jensen Visits Distortions to Pick Up Alice Cooper Prop

Bobby Jensen, frontman of Alice Cooper tribute act Almost Cooper, stops by Distortions Unlimited's studio for a behind-the-scenes tour with Ed Edmunds and the team before heading to a live show in Greeley, Colorado. The visit highlights how the band integrates professional-grade Distortions props — including an Alice Cooper guillotine piece — into their theatrical stage performances. It offers a rare glimpse into the relationship between a high-end Halloween prop studio and a touring entertainment act that relies on their creations for live shows.

DistortionsUnlimited· 6,899 views
Creepy Halloween Prop Scenes | Distortions Alien Props, Animated Zombies, Kreepy Kids
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Prop Reviews

Creepy Halloween Prop Scenes | Distortions Alien Props, Animated Zombies, Kreepy Kids

Distortions Unlimited showcases a lineup of their Halloween props arranged in atmospheric scene setups, including Roswell-style alien figures, animated zombie props, graveyard tombstone arrangements, and their signature Kreepy Kids and Monster Kids characters. The video serves as a visual catalog and inspiration reel rather than a tutorial, highlighting the variety and quality of scenes achievable with their product range. With over four decades of American manufacturing behind them, Distortions Unlimited positions these props as suitable for everything from backyard haunts to professional haunted attractions.

DistortionsUnlimited· 15,616 views
DIY Halloween Props Tutorial | Sculpting, Molding, & Painting How To | Monster Lab Rewind
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DIY PropsBeginner

DIY Halloween Props Tutorial | Sculpting, Molding, & Painting How To | Monster Lab Rewind

Industry veteran Ed Edmunds of Distortions Unlimited walks viewers through the complete process of creating a latex bloody eyeball prop from scratch. The tutorial covers every foundational stage — clay sculpting, plaster mold making, latex pouring, and painting — making it an ideal entry point for aspiring prop and mask makers. This is a re-edited repost from Distortions' Monster Lab instructional series, designed to be approachable and manageable for beginners.

DistortionsUnlimited· 9,944 views
How Fast Can Ed Paint a Latex Skull Mask? | Distortions Unlimited
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Makeup TutorialsIntermediate

How Fast Can Ed Paint a Latex Skull Mask? | Distortions Unlimited

Distortions Unlimited founder Ed Edmunds demonstrates how quickly a professional can paint a latex skull mask from base coat to highlights, offering a behind-the-scenes look at production-floor efficiency. The short clip reveals speed-painting techniques developed over decades of professional monster-making. It serves as both an entertaining time-lapse-style showcase and a practical glimpse into how high-volume Halloween prop studios streamline their finishing process.

DistortionsUnlimited· 10,974 views
Creepy Halloween Cemetery Scene with Zombie Animatronics & Moving Tombstone Props
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Yard Haunts

Creepy Halloween Cemetery Scene with Zombie Animatronics & Moving Tombstone Props

Distortions Unlimited showcases a fully dressed Halloween cemetery scene populated with multiple Frightronics electric animatronic props, including zombie figures, a Moving Monument, Tipping Tombstone, Gargoyle, and Cracking Crypt, among others. The short showcase demonstrates how these pieces work together to create an immersive graveyard atmosphere. All featured props are part of the brand's 2020 product lineup and are marketed toward home haunters, yard haunts, and professional attractions alike.

DistortionsUnlimited· 35,061 views
Monster Lab - Ask Ed Livestream
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DIY Props

Monster Lab - Ask Ed Livestream

Ed Edmunds of Distortions Unlimited hosts a live Q&A session focused on monster and mask making, fielding audience questions on topics ranging from materials and sculpting to molding and painting. Distortions Unlimited is a long-standing American manufacturer of Halloween animatronics, masks, and props serving home haunters, professional attractions, and theme parks. The informal livestream format gives viewers direct access to an industry veteran's knowledge and creative process.

DistortionsUnlimited· 4,259 views
2020 Halloween Props & Haunt Animatronics Catalog | Distortions Unlimited
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Prop Reviews

2020 Halloween Props & Haunt Animatronics Catalog | Distortions Unlimited

Distortions Unlimited presents their full 2020 product lineup in this catalog-style showcase video, covering animated props, static props, Shocktronics, costumes, and masks. Highlights from the new-for-2020 collection include characters such as Demon Fury, Colossus, Wicked Wolf, and Jack Attack, alongside returning fan favorites like Kreepy Kids. The video is aimed at haunters at every level, from home haunt enthusiasts to professional attraction operators. Distortions Unlimited is a US-based manufacturer with television recognition from the Travel Channel series Making Monsters.

DistortionsUnlimited· 472,383 views
Rabid Shock | Scary Halloween Haunt Shocktronic by Distortions Unlimited 2020
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Prop Reviews

Rabid Shock | Scary Halloween Haunt Shocktronic by Distortions Unlimited 2020

Distortions Unlimited showcases the Rabid Shock, a 2020 addition to their Shocktronic line of hybrid animatronic-actor scare props. The piece features aggressive thrashing movement designed to deliver extreme scares in haunted houses and dark attractions. It joins a well-established Shocktronic family that includes Zombie Shock, Demon Shock, Gargoyle Shock, and the Scream Generator. Distortions Unlimited highlights their long track record of USA-made, professionally durable Halloween products.

DistortionsUnlimited· 139,728 views
Master Disaster Shocktronic Animated Scare by Distortions Unlimited 2020
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Prop Reviews

Master Disaster Shocktronic Animated Scare by Distortions Unlimited 2020

Distortions Unlimited showcases their 2020 Master Disaster Shocktronic, a hybrid scare prop that blends animatronic presentation with a live costumed actor reveal. The concept features a character appearing to wrestle with a monstrous counterpart, complete with integrated sound, lighting, and controls. What sets Shocktronics apart is the deceptive two-stage scare: guests believe they are watching an animatronic until a hidden actor bursts out. Distortions Unlimited, a long-established American Halloween manufacturer, positions this piece for haunted attractions, theme park events, and ambitious home haunts.

DistortionsUnlimited· 38,026 views