How’d They Do That?

A Brief, Bloody History of How Gunshot Squibs Work

By  Meg Shields 

Small, but mighty: here’s everything you’ve ever wanted to know about squibs.

How They Parted the Red Sea in ‘The Ten Commandments’

By  Meg Shields 

“Let my people Jell-O”

How They Shot the Plane Zip-Line Stunt in ‘Cliffhanger’

By  Meg Shields 

We’ve heard of tight flight connections but this is just ridiculous.

Man vs Waterfall: The ‘Deliverance’ Stunt That Broke Burt Reynolds

By  Meg Shields 

“Insurance? I don’t believe in insurance.”

How They Shot The Melting Effects in ‘The Devil’s Rain’

By  Meg Shields 

The weather’s calling for a 100% chance of … the Devil’s Rain!

In the Belly of the Beast: How They Shot ‘Das Boot’

By  Meg Shields 

“Mildew is good for you. It’s the next best thing to fresh lettuce. Be thankful for what grows down here.”

The Casual Film Lover’s Guide to the Bokeh Effect

By  Meg Shields 

If it ain’t bokeh don’t fix it.

How They Shot That Transformation Scene in ‘Sh! The Octopus’

By  Meg Shields 

From a harmless old woman to a gnarled, blotchy sea hag in the blink of an eye!

From Painted Glass to Green Screens: The Jeopardy Shot Explained

By  Meg Shields 

Let’s talk about the glass shot. (No, not the kind you pour tequila into).