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Rare Candid Polaroid Photos From the Set of Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope

On Set: Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope was an ongoing exhibit at the British Film Institute Southbank which ran through January 4, 2015. Yeah, I know, I wish I could have checked it out too. It featured all kinds of ephemera from the making of the first Star Wars film, including several Polaroid photos taken on-set. This is stuff you don’t see everyday.

The shots are owned by crew member Ann Skinner and they show several characters that were cut from the original film as well as some candid shots of the characters. These images are fascinating and it’s always nice to see a glimpse behind the scenes of one of our favorite movies. You can see more here.

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Scifi Staff by — January 13, 2015 in Behind The Scenes 0
The Millennium Falcon’s Hyperdrive Malfunction SFX

Have you ever wondered how the ‘comical’ sounds that accompanied the Millennium Falcon’s hyperdrive malfunction, were created? Wonder no more. This video has Star Wars sound designer Ben Burtt explaining the process in this 1980 clip.

That guy has a super awesome and fun job. It might surprise you to know just where some of those sounds came from and how they were put together.

Scifi Staff by — January 12, 2015 in Behind The Scenes 0
1975 Logan’s Run Studio Press Tour

Now here’s something you don’t see everyday. This short clip is a fascinating look behind the scenes at the making of Logan’s Run movie, focusing on a 1975 MGM studio press publicity tour. This movie is a classic and definitely a product of it’s era. One of my all-time favorites for sure.

This clip briefly shows the director, the producer and costume designer and more. Some of the movies costumes are also being shown off, though the Sandman uniform would be different in the film. The strangest part is near the end, when the guy modeling the Sandman uniform turns out to be David Hasselhoff. That has to be him.

Scifi Staff by — January 8, 2015 in Behind The Scenes 0
Return Of The Jedi: Location Special Effects

If you like his work, you can head on over to Patreon and support Jamie Benning. He’s a documentary film maker and this short clip is an interview with Kevin Pike, who worked not only on Back to the Future, but also on Return of the Jedi.

It’s a fascinating clip and a great look behind the scenes, so it is certainly worth supporting Jamie so he can continue making documentaries. In this clip, Kevin Pike talks about his work on the Location Special Effects on Return of the Jedi.

Scifi Staff by — January 8, 2015 in Behind The Scenes 0
By Your Command: NBC Battlestar Galactica Sizzle Reel

January 2nd was National Science Fiction day. NBC actually did something cool to celebrate. They created this recut trailer for the original Battlestar Galactica. It is awesome. It makes me want to dust this series off and watch the whole thing again.

If they released this trailer today for a new show on NBC, do you have any idea how much money they would make? Let’s get back to making some amazing Sci-Fi on TV guys. This trailer made my day. The original BSG had everything. Robots, space battles, overacting, Robot dogs and more. I miss you original Battlestar Galactica.

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Scifi Staff by — January 7, 2015 in Movies/TV 0
Rare 1984 Making-Of Dune Documentary

It’s the 30th anniversary of David Lynch’s Dune, so now is a good time to take a look at this rare documentary. Back in 1983 this short film was shown on the convention circuit to get people all hyped up for the movie’s release in 1984. It is titled Destination Dune and if you like the movie you’ll want to spare 6-minutes to check it out.

It shows some scenes being rehearsed, a look at the prop and model shop, David Lynch discussing designs with special effects coordinator Carlo Rambaldi and more. Even Frank Herbert himself. They really packed in a lot in this short documentary, which was included in the 2004 UK DVD release of Dune. It’s a rare treat for fans.

Scifi Staff by — December 17, 2014 in Behind The Scenes 0
Terminator 2 Set Photos and Concept Art

Do you love Terminator 2? Of course you do. Check out these behind the scenes photos from James Cameron’s classic 1991 film. The images come from Stan Winston’s special effects work shop. I really love that pic of the Schwarzenegger prop with the chest exposed. Look at all of that detail.

It’s easy to see why this movie is so amazing and holds up so well. And those Arnold busts are super creepy. One is surprised. The other looks mean.

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Scifi Staff by — December 15, 2014 in Behind The Scenes 1
Rare Behind The Scenes Photos From Classic Doctor Who

All I can say is wow. Doctor Who fans will enjoy this collection of behind the scenes images from classic Doctor Who from imgur user sibeling. There are so many candid shots of the actors having fun on and off the set, from William Hartnell to Sylvester McCoy.

These are sure to bring a smile to your face. I’m sure there were many trying times while making this series, but clearly the actors spent most of the time enjoying themselves and loved what they were doing.

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Scifi Staff by — December 8, 2014 in Behind The Scenes 0
Sci-Fi Design’s 2014 DVD And Blu-Ray Gift Guide

It’s that time of year again and you have to find some good gifts for friends, family and for yourself. Well, we all love Sci-Fi so we have compiled a list of some classic DVD and Blu-Ray sets that you can give this holiday season.

Some of these are not new, while others are. There’s a little something here for everyone. All are classics that we like to watch again and again. So this year give the gift of Sci-Fi or fantasy. Happy holidays from Sci-Fi Design.

2014 DVD And Blu-Ray Gift GuideX-Men: Days of Future Past Amazon Exclusive

2014 DVD And Blu-Ray Gift Guide
Alien Anthology Blu-Ray Set

2014 DVD And Blu-Ray Gift Guide
Marvel Cinematic Universe: Phase One – Avengers Assembled (Iron Man / The Incredible Hulk / Iron Man 2 / Thor / Captain America: The First Avenger / The Avengers)

2014 DVD And Blu-Ray Gift Guide
Transformers: Age of Extinction Limited Edition Gift Set with Grimlock and Optimus Collectible Statue [Blu-ray]

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Doctor Who: The Matt Smith Years and Doctor Who: The David Tennant Collection Bundle

2014 DVD And Blu-Ray Gift Guide
Universal Classic Monsters: Complete 30-Film Collection

2014 DVD And Blu-Ray Gift Guide
Dawn of the Planet of the Apes: Caesar’s Warrior Collection

2014 DVD And Blu-Ray Gift Guide
Twilight Zone: The 5th Dimension (Complete Series Limited Edition Box Set)

2014 DVD And Blu-Ray Gift Guide
The Outer Limits Original Series Complete Box Set Volumes 1-3

2014 DVD And Blu-Ray Gift Guide
Batman: The Complete Television Series

2014 DVD And Blu-Ray Gift Guide
Ghostbusters/Ghostbusters II Limited Edition Gift Set

2014 DVD And Blu-Ray Gift Guide
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Complete Classic Series Collection

2014 DVD And Blu-Ray Gift Guide
Stanley Kubrick: The Masterpiece Collection

2014 DVD And Blu-Ray Gift Guide
Twin Peaks: The Entire Mystery

2014 DVD And Blu-Ray Gift Guide
Star Trek: The Complete Original Series DVD (Seasons 1-3)

2014 DVD And Blu-Ray Gift Guide
Red Dwarf: The Complete Collection

2014 DVD And Blu-Ray Gift Guide
Stargate SG-1: The Complete Series Collection

2014 DVD And Blu-Ray Gift Guide
Battlestar Galactica: The Complete Series

2014 DVD And Blu-Ray Gift Guide
Battlestar Galactica: The Definitive Collection [Blu-ray]

Scifi Staff by — December 8, 2014 in Movies/TV 0
2001: A Space Odyssey Trailer With Rare Test Footage

A rare trailer for Stanley Kubrick’s 2001: A Space Odyssey has surfaced online. The trailer was released about a year before the film opened in 1968. That’s why it has a bunch of concept art and test footage. None of the finished scenes were ready at the time. As you can see that didn’t stop them from promoting the movie so they could get people excited about it.

Scifi Staff by — December 5, 2014 in Movies/TV 0