Action movie effects

[sbryan]

So I realized today that I have no idea how gun fights are staged. How do the bullet hits and the guns look so real?

I need some behind-the-scenes footage to learn more about practical effects.

 

[pmgmedia]

Check these out for starters:

http://www.deathmonkey.com/ontheset.html

http://www.creative-effects.com/Special_Effects_Links/special_effects_links.html

 

[wabbit]

Squibs, blanks, and sound f/x. But this is one area where you definately should ALWAYS hire a pro to supervise. Real guns with even 1/4 charges can be very dangerous.

Good luck