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.

Bucketheads Herbie & Distortions Zombie Beheaded History w/ The House of Masks & Ed

Ed Edmunds of Distortions Unlimited and AJ Good of The House of Masks discuss the origin and history of the Zombie Beheaded puppet illusion, which famously served as the basis for Buckethead's iconic 'Herbie' stage prop. Ed originally sculpted the Zombie Beheaded in the late 1990s as part of a broader Beheaded series that also includes Fresh Beheaded, Corpse Beheaded, and Ratgirl. The line was discontinued at some point but was later relaunched due to ongoing demand from both Halloween enthusiasts and Buckethead fans. Distortions Unlimited sells the prop only in its original stock form and is not involved in any custom Herbie conversions.

DistortionsUnlimited· 9,996 views

"Helga Beheaded" Cut Off Head Halloween Prop

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Prop Reviews

"Helga Beheaded" Cut Off Head Halloween Prop

Distortions Unlimited showcases their 'Helga Beheaded' prop, a cut-off head illusion crafted from latex and foam. The prop is designed for a wide range of applications including Halloween haunts, costumes, cosplay, and theatrical productions. At just one minute, the video serves as a quick product showcase highlighting the realistic illusion effect.

DistortionsUnlimited· 9,129 views

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CFX Mask - CREATURE'S BRIDE

This short showcase video presents the Creature's Bride, a wearable silicone mask from Composite Effects (CFX). The design features a patchwork, stapled aesthetic reminiscent of classic Frankenstein-style monster makeup, while maintaining feminine character details. The clip appears to be a product reveal or promotional piece demonstrating the mask's appearance and wearability.

CFX MASKS· 27,138 views