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Erik and the gang are prepping for Sundance this week, so we bring you a recent interview with the folks over at Tilzy. We get a lot of questions about how the show got started, so hopefully this clip clears things up for everyone!

How do you add instant drama to your scenes? Rain and sappy music of course. Using some wood, rope and a garden hose Erik shows you how to make a "Hollywood rain machine" for less then $50 bucks.

Robots are cool. Using only a football toy chest, trash can, old video editing controller, blue flash controllers, and some air vents, Erik and his dad construct a super-strong and smart robot big brother.

How to make a gunshot squib on a budget. This was the pilot episode for Backyard FX, and after so many requests from YouTubers for a blood effect, we had to run it! For $15, you too can make the perfect gunshot effect.

How to turn someone into a zombie using liquid latex, toilet paper, and aging make-up. Erik Beck responds to viewer Tracy Peterson's request to make a good zombie effect on a limited budget. Quick Tip: make cheap, delicious blood with corn syrup!

"Erik talks to Moby about his website, MobyGratis.com, that give free music to independent filmmakers. An impromptu chat with the head of Panavision's New Filmmaker Program, and much, much more!

This week on Q & Erik we discuss the low pass filter, where to find free music for your projects, sample rates and HD dimensions.

If you watched the Demon Makeup episode and wanted more, then you really need to see this episode! Erik shows you how to make life-sized demon wings that you can wear. Dust off your pitchfork and press play! This week our test film is guest directed

This episode of 4 Minute examines the many uses of gels, the appropriate times to use diffusion, your mom, and placement of your lights. After watching this episode you should be able to light your movies like the Sun lights our planet Earth. OUCH!

This week on Q & Erik, we discuss how to avoid a lens flare while shooting a sunrise, how to blur out faces on your video (that's what you get for not getting those release forms!) and the Indy Mogul One Year Anniversary Extravaganza!!!

In this weeks episode of BFX Erik shows you how to create a gross and realistic gash that you can stitch up. It looks so good you can even stitch it up on camera! Plus Gary eating a sandwich and an homage to the Simpsons!

The first installment of our 4 Minute Film School on advanced lighting covers all the theory you'll need to know to start getting a more professional look for your video projects. From gels and color temperature to diffusion and hotspots, you'll not

Today on Q & Erik we discuss where we buy our production supplies, alternate stuffing methods for your stunt dummy and how to fake a car crash, without going to jail!

Do you need a flexible florescent lighting rig? Do you have a couple Jacksons in your wallet? Then watch this episode! We show you how to make Kino Flo style lights for cheap and punch sandwiches!