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.

Faux Giant Gorilla Head

StiltBeast Studios walks through the process of building an oversized faux taxidermy gorilla head suitable for haunted attractions or home haunt displays. The build focuses on creating a convincing monster prop with dramatic scale and creature detail. At 20 minutes, the video covers the key fabrication steps from construction through finishing. The result is a striking wall-mounted statement piece designed to intimidate guests.

StiltbeastStudios· 6,116 views

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DIY AnimatronicsPro

We made a GIANT KONG Animatronic!

Distortions Unlimited takes viewers behind the scenes on the creation of their giant Kong animatronic gorilla head — a passion project sculpted by Ed Edmunds. The build journey covers every major stage: metal armature construction, clay sculpting, latex skinning, foam filling, and final paint work. Standing approximately 11 feet tall when fully raised, the finished piece features moving eyes, blinking eyelids, a opening/closing mouth, and a side-to-side head turn, all driven by professional-grade pneumatic cylinders. The complete package ships with a control system, audio track, amplifier, fog machine, and simulated lightning lighting effects.

DistortionsUnlimited· 24,818 views

We Made a DINOSAUR Animatronic for a Jurassic Raptor Scene!

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DIY Animatronics

We Made a DINOSAUR Animatronic for a Jurassic Raptor Scene!

Distortions Unlimited takes viewers behind the scenes as they develop raptor dinosaur animatronics for a Jurassic-themed scene, part of their new 2024 lineup. The video traces the process from design and sculpting through mechanics, painting, and finishing. Sculpting on the raptors was led by Tom Cassidy, showcasing the studio's professional animatronic craftsmanship built over decades.

DistortionsUnlimited· 13,808 views

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Costume TutorialsIntermediate

Making Armor.m4v

Allen Hopps of StiltbeastStudios walks through the process of crafting wearable armor pieces from closed cell foam, a lightweight and versatile material popular in both cosplay and haunted house costuming. The tutorial covers shaping and construction techniques as well as finishing methods like dry brushing to give the armor a realistic, battle-worn appearance. The result is a durable, professional-looking costume piece suitable for performers and enthusiasts alike.

StiltbeastStudios· 75,769 views