hey ive looked everywhere on the net to find out how to make squibs, but i can only seem to find these gas powered ones which aren't that great to b honest. im wonderin if neone can help me with the real deal ones. i got it all sorted out except for the minor charge/explosion that is needed to burst the bag. i would really appritiate it if neone could tell me how the charge is made and how to use it.
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blood squibs
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I'm a licensed pyrotechnician. But I'll have to let the UK folks answer. I don't know the laws in the UK regarding explosives.indie_guy said:
What ever you do, please be careful. Even the tiny charge used to fire a squib can severly hurt the performer.
This kinds of posts give me the willies. If you can't afford to hire a licensed pro PLEASE use the compressed air effect. With good acting, creative editing and sound effects you can do so much.
In the UK you need a licensed pyro guy and full insurance to use squibs on a film set. The legal consequences of not doing so are dire.
I completely agree with directorik, this is NOT something any filmmaker should be trying without professional help. I also agree that it's how you shoot it, not what effects you use.