The Screening Room

The Halloween Video Library

A curated, searchable archive of the dark craft — DIY props and animatronics, home-haunt walkthroughs, makeup, lighting, fog, and effects. Every film embedded from its creator, organized so you can actually find what you need.

SCARY Christmas Elf Tutorial | Prosthetic/SFX Makeup

Madeyewlook delivers a full scary Christmas elf transformation using prosthetic transfers, alcohol-activated makeup palettes, and costume elements. The tutorial walks through applying Tinsley Transfers, painting the skin and teeth with Skin Illustrator and Graftobian paints, and finishing the look with party store elf ears and a handmade fleece hat. The result is a creepy, character-driven holiday look that bridges SFX technique with festive theming. It runs approximately eight minutes and is accessible to intermediate-level makeup artists comfortable with prosthetic application.

Madeyewlook· 108,986 views

Freddy Krueger-Type Burn Makeup Tutorial| Halloween FX Series

6:05

Makeup TutorialsIntermediate

Freddy Krueger-Type Burn Makeup Tutorial| Halloween FX Series

This tutorial from Madeyewlook demonstrates how to create a convincing Freddy Krueger-style burn effect using professional-grade SFX cosmetics rather than traditional prosthetics. The look draws inspiration from characters like Harvey Dent and zombie archetypes, making it versatile for multiple Halloween costumes. Key products include a clear gel FX base for texture and an alcohol-activated palette for realistic coloration. An optional Alka-Seltzer and blood gel step adds a dramatic sizzling, bubbling finish.

Madeyewlook· 414,137 views

Fear of Holes Makeup Tutorial | Special FX Series (CC)

5:36

Makeup TutorialsIntermediate

Fear of Holes Makeup Tutorial | Special FX Series (CC)

Makeup artist Alexys Fleming (Madeyewlook) demonstrates how to create a disturbing trypophobia-inspired skin effect using special effects products. The look simulates clusters of holes or wounds on the skin using modeling wax, adhesive, and alcohol-activated paints. At roughly six minutes, the tutorial moves efficiently through product application and painting steps. A content warning is prominently issued for viewers sensitive to hole-pattern imagery or mild gore.

Madeyewlook· 1,473,640 views