By Keir Beck
Plan of Action: Assess the Stunt Requirements: Review the script and storyboard to understand the specific rig-related stunt required. Consult with the director, stunt coordinator, and relevant departments to clarify the vision and objectives. Identify the necessary safety precautions and obtain any specialized equipment or personnel required. Develop a Safe...
Over the years, the art of stunts and stunt rigging has undergone a remarkable evolution in the film industry. From its humble beginnings of basic physical feats to the introduction of groundbreaking technologies, the industry has continuously pushed the boundaries of what is possible, creating thrilling and realistic action sequences...
Conduct Stunt Rigging Operations Work and Course Description: This description covers work involving the use of specialised stunt rigging equipment and associated gear to move, place and control performer movement. PERFORMANCE CRITERIA 1.1 Obtain, interpret and clarify or confirm work requirements before continuing. Write a SAFE WORK METHOD STATEMENT or work...
Super-lightweight high strength carbon fibre spreader bars. Carbon fibre is the next generation for lightweight performance in rigging related stunt work, the sleaved Aluminium spreader bar heads add strength and protect the carbon tube ends. Always ensure that the dropper lines from the spreader to the performer are vertical or
Continue readingIntroduction to Rehearsals Rehearsals are the process in which both Stunt performers and Actors practice a sequence of events to gain understanding and muscle memory, to be able to repeat the action seamlessly. Rehearsals can range from a simple fight scene in a night club to a multi-car collision on...
What is Ratchet? (New Page) A Ratchet single-acting cylinder which supplies compressed air or nitrogen to one side of the piston to generate force and motion; the other side vents to the atmosphere using an adjustable exhaust valve. Depending on whether air is routed to the cap (back) or rod...
The K-RIG DCL – 4 is an easy to operate Variable Friction rope descender. This device is the result of over 20 years of using devices like the Goldtail and Rack. The DCL takes performance, usability, and safety to the next level. Features Include: The built-in attachment swivel is a
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There are four styles of rigging you will need to be able to distinguish: Rigging for Picture Combined Rigging Rigging for Illusion Combining camera rigging and action Rigging for Picture Rigging for Picture encompasses rigging set up to be a part of the story that will need to function as...
Go next level and join Knot Lounge Pro to get even more information on Knots and Splicing. Video Tutorials Load and destruction testing Practical demonstrations on knot applications Rope splicing techniques and testing Knot Lounge Pro explores in detail more knots, splices and ropes and their function in rigs. Knowing...
Use of ratchets in stunt rigging is about using pneumatic pressure (compressed air or nitrogen) to create an outcome. Ratchets provide far greater power than hand-operated systems. There is a point where hand-operated systems cross the line, meaning a manually operated rig will not produce enough power, speed or distance...
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