Halloween Universe

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Professional Fabrication

Videos built around the professional fabrication theme — pulled together so you can study how others bring this atmosphere to life.

5 videos

Making GIANT Animatronics at Distortions Unlimited
10:06
DIY Animatronics

Making GIANT Animatronics at Distortions Unlimited

Distortions Unlimited takes viewers behind the scenes of their studio to show how their massive Colossus and Sleeping Giant animatronics are built from start to finish. The production process spans sculpting, mold work, armature fabrication, mechanical assembly, painting, hairing, and dressing — all handled by a dedicated team. The video also showcases the finished animatronics in action, including a real-world installation at a home haunt. Originally sculpted in the late 1990s, these characters have become long-running staples at haunts and theme events nationwide.

DistortionsUnlimited· 78,255 views
Giant Animatronics Being Painted at Distortions Unlimited
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DIY Animatronics

Giant Animatronics Being Painted at Distortions Unlimited

This behind-the-scenes video from Distortions Unlimited showcases two of their flagship giant animatronics — Sleeping Giant and Colossus — captured mid-paint in the studio. It offers a rare look at the professional painting and finishing process applied to large-scale commercial Halloween animatronics. Viewers get an up-close glimpse at the scale and detail that goes into these professionally manufactured creatures.

DistortionsUnlimited· 7,445 views
Xenovore Alien Animatronic Test and Paint at Distortions #alien
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DIY Animatronics

Xenovore Alien Animatronic Test and Paint at Distortions #alien

Distortions Unlimited offers a behind-the-scenes glimpse at their Xenovore alien animatronic being tested and painted on the shop floor. The short clip captures the professional fabrication process at one of the industry's well-known Halloween prop manufacturers. It provides a rare look at the craftsmanship and live mechanical testing that goes into a high-end horror animatronic before it ships.

DistortionsUnlimited· 6,763 views
Painting Giant Monster Animatronics | Distortions Unlimited Monsters and Music
14:27
DIY Animatronics

Painting Giant Monster Animatronics | Distortions Unlimited Monsters and Music

Distortions Unlimited offers a behind-the-scenes look at their professional animatronics workshop, showcasing the UV paint process applied to a room full of large-scale monster figures. The footage is sped up to give viewers a comprehensive view of how paint transforms raw animatronic forms into finished creatures. Featured pieces include recognizable characters such as a Purple People Eater, Giant Hand, T-Rex, and a Zombie Podium, among others.

DistortionsUnlimited· 5,878 views
Distortions Unlimited Monster Making Behind the Scenes
4:57
DIY Animatronics

Distortions Unlimited Monster Making Behind the Scenes

This behind-the-scenes look at Distortions Unlimited showcases the multi-step process involved in crafting professional-grade Halloween monsters and animatronic props. Viewers get a glimpse into key production areas including the sculpting room, paint room, and pouring station. The video highlights the hands-on, artisan nature of the company's fabrication workflow. It serves as both a brand showcase and an inspiring peek into high-end Halloween prop manufacturing.

DistortionsUnlimited· 5,544 views