the one trick the Projector industry doesn't want you to know about . The Captain was unappreciative of this, and called the Doctor out. Hey Captain D! How would you respond? Captain-Disillusion534 karma2017-07-03 19:14:33 UTC. Also, I like the numerous guests that appear in your videos. Do you ever get disillusioned (ha!) Is it only you or the whole crew you work with? So far I only use it for modeling and animating 3D scenes, but I know it has powerful editing and compositing features. Captain Disillusion (former love interest). He notes that Penn & Teller were instrumental to his current interest and eventually found the skeptical movement involved in similar work. Skeptics' Guide are consistently great. As Captain Disillusion attempts to deconstruct a classic viral video by Dan DeEntremont, he is visited by an old flame. Captain Disillusion puts a classic visual effect into perspective. (Not counting the Ms. Ping reaction video where they hit you with a hammer lol), Captain-Disillusion74 karma2017-07-03 20:39:01 UTC. Documentary Comedy Sci-Fi Set in the style of a kids show, Captain Disillusion has been called to help planet Earth, or more specifically the Internet, to debunk and explain unsolved mysteries and hoaxes. But I would say most of the skills I use for Captain Disillusion I learned subsequently over the years. I've always wanted to ask you this question but never got the chance, about how many hours do you spend on each part of making a video? Would you ever even consider doing that? Alan Melikdjanian (/mlkdenin/;[2] Russian: ; born April 13, 1980), known by the alias Captain Disillusion, is a Soviet-born American independent filmmaker and YouTuber. But I also want to feel good about what I'm making and hope that it has longterm entertainment value. Female I like filmmaking, visual effects, animation, science and skepticism. Captain Disillusion gives a detailed breakdown of Kokichi Sugihara's Ambiguous Cylinder illusion. Holly is a cosmic godess and the former love interest of the main character of the series, Captain Disillusion. Anyway, here are some questions: Are you ever going to collab with him? I made a few short films throughout that time and then went on to work in various freelance capacities - filming, editing, doing effects on - small and slightly less small. This is a great question and I really wish I could remember the answer because whenever I'm working on the effects, I'm thinking "this is the hardest thing I've ever had to devise and no one will even notice this part". While Captain Disillusion was away, Mr. Flare took it upon himself to explain what could possibly be the most idiotic viral mystery in the history of social communication of our species. But I couldn't do it via color-correction because the YouTube video was way too compressed to do it cleanly. For the first time in his life, Byron finds a place where h Introverted high school student Byron Beauchamp worries his teachers because he likes to write short stories full of violence and gore. Species Do you ever plan on doing more story based content? Some of the very early videos kind of make me cringe. A compilation of endings from each episode of Captain Disillusion (not counting "Quick D") published in 2015. I've been a long time watcher, so of course I'm naturally skeptic of what I see on camera. Captain Disillusion ponders the very concept of magic by taking a close look at the work of one particular illusionist. I don't run it, but check it once in a while. I do recall getting very excited while working on the Miss Ping episode. I have just found your channel yesterday thanks to this post, and I absolutely fell in love with it! A typical introduction to his videos is "Greetings, children, Captain Disillusion here." How do you find characters to assist you in making your episodes? Editing, effects and sound design take every last second of whatever time remains in the month after all of the above. Hey Captain D! Teh_Knife_Guy70 karma2017-07-03 18:01:14 UTC. that no matter how many times you go over a topic, people seem to ask the same questions and are tricked by the same tricks over and over again? [citation needed], In 2011, Melikdjanian released a DVD of his Captain Disillusion series, entitled Captain Disillusion Fame Curve Collection. Nowadays people will believe anything they see on the internet, and your sceptic's approach to it all is so logically and helpfully informative. CD then transports Mr. Flare into a digital setting, keeping him somewhat alive. :). Remember: love with your heart; use your head for everything else CAPTAIN D I S I L L U S I O N! Your channel is spectacular. Captain Disillusion takes us on a ride of a lifetime. Captain-Disillusion102 karma2017-07-03 21:20:47 UTC. But I don't think I don't think I'm capable of doing that genre well myself. 2015 The Captain is presented as an arrogant superhero solving hilarious situations and exposing hoaxes. What video were you surprised to learn was actually real? Captain Disillusion outsources the task of debunking a new UFO video to a tape of an old TV show. Have you made appearances in any other youtuber's videos? Then one day James Randi CALLED ME ON THE PHONE and said he likes my videos. "[25], In a 2017 interview with Richard Saunders from The Skeptic Zone, Melikdjanian described the video effects editing process, saying, "You know, the tools change but the methods really don't. But a few years ago, I put them on a DVD that you can get on m'website (not trying to push merch), RancidLemons1229 karma2017-07-03 18:03:40 UTC. Captain America week. I'd love to watch it! The quality of the production, effects, and script are upper-tier. Thank you, you're very kind. [23] He started this effort as a blog entry on Myspace but later saw these items as ready made scripts for short videos. Captain Disillusion climbs to the heights of absurdity. They are yet to officially meet each other. Then he and Mr. Flare take up "riffing". And challenging as it is, I love making the series monthly. Cookie Notice Captain-Disillusion95 karma2017-07-03 21:15:31 UTC. [16], Melikdjanian's work has gained recognition from The Huffington Post,[17] Kotaku,[18] Russian TV International, Phil Plait,[19] the James Randi Educational Foundation,[20] Fortean Times,[21] Home Media Magazine,[7] and Sun Sentinel,[22] among others. Holly, his occasional love interest, claims that she created him. Notes before and reviews once things start airing. michaelikarasik268 karma2017-07-03 18:00:05 UTC. I've been making videos on my channel (http://www.youtube.com/CaptainDisillusion) since 2007. The Captain claims that there was never any love between them. In high school I was in a TV production class. I'd like to bring it closer to 50/50. Hey Cap, I've been a fan for a couple of years now and I was wondering, was there any specific works of visual media(films or tv shows) that made you interested in the visual effects world? do you use blender only for modeling or do you use it also to edit the clip where you use 3d models ? I don't know the answer to this. lemaymayguy562 karma2017-07-03 18:06:32 UTC, Just wanted to say, I saw your video on a post yesterday and instantly went through tens of videos of yours. Beakman is very . Captain-Disillusion532 karma2017-07-03 19:37:09 UTC. Captain Disillusion makes a splash at The Amazing Meeting and witnesses a live Million Dollar Challenge. We're continuously trying to improve TheTVDB, and the best way we can do that is to get feedback from you. Captain Disillusion examines the concept, design, execution and fundraising of the Cicret Bracelet while trying to develop his own revolutionary invention. The views expressed in this video are personal opinions, based on information publicly available at the time of posting. To get my gushing out of the way, I'm a huge fan and have been for a little over a year. But my raw power, skills and charisma proved too much for one episode and my segment was slightly edited down. This is separated by a black line which appears to be melting. Sorry. Thanks for making me more skeptical in daily life Captain D. What got you interested in effects, and what is your favorite effect that is used widely in your industry (professional artistic projects, like movies and TV)? 2018 Captain-Disillusion116 karma2017-07-03 19:56:34 UTC. Captain Disillusion (former love interest)Junior (son) If anything, I'm more interested in taking the series in a more stylized direction of having other whimsical characters and space adventures. Captain Disillusion tries to adjust to the market. He has also received thanks from people for debunking videos they had shared. Have you been "threatened" by any producers etc for any of your work? For the first time in his life, Byron finds a place where he is comfortable and quickly befriends the other misfits in the class. You will receive a sleek physical package containing: A personal letter of commendation [It may be humorous.] I'm sure that can be done with many other fields in different ways. The existence of clickbaity channels doesn't affect my ability to post things and have them seen and the fact that they exist and are successful means people want to see them. Captain-Disillusion441 karma2017-07-03 19:27:18 UTC, Yeah, sometimes. Just people I know or have some connection to. The directors that come to mind who do that particularly well are Christopher Nolan, Robert Zemeckis and Edgar Wright. Hmm, hard to pin down to a single movie. He debuted it at TAM9, and later made it available for purchase online. I love your content and it's easily the best OC I've seen on youtube. From breaking down the famous video of a penguin slapping another penguin to busting down the magic behind seemingly perfect trick shots, Captain Disillusion never fails to explain how these videos can be made with clever editing and photo-realistic visual effects. According to Holly, she created the Captain and "immediately knew they were meant to be together." However according to the Captain, they met at a . Exclusive video featurettes about the making of some of the episodes as well as deleted scenes and bloopers (on the rare occasions those occur). When I film with Lauren, who plays Holly, it's just a non-stop litany of bickering and making fun of each other's performance. A progress report of sorts, so you can be sure I'm giving you your money's worth, on schedule. After that, i found your Twitter and I wanted to tweet at you and Jack that you should do a collab. "[26], Melikdjanian in character as Captain Disillusion at, "Captain Disillusion" YouTube Channel, 2007present, Learn how and when to remove this template message, William H. Turner Technical Arts High School, Miami International University of Art & Design, "Captain Disillusion's Escape From the USSR", "South Florida superhero Captain Disillusion talks ghosts, superpowers, and skepticism", "Openfilm Gives Cash Reward to Filmmakers", "Openfilm Rewarding $500 to Indie Filmmakers", "Heroic Feats of YouTube Debunkery Live at QED 2016", "Captain Disillusion: Fame Curve Collection", "Watch Captain Disillusion Debunk The Viral Ping Pong Knife Act", "Surprise, Viral YouTube Smash Is A Total Fake", "Captain Disillusion Fire Angel Debunk", "Captain Disillusion Skeptic's Guide #160", "The Man Behind the Makeup: An Interview with Captain Disillusion CSI", "Captain Disillusion WINS Best in Weird || Shorty Awards 2019", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Captain_Disillusion&oldid=1145962817. His intent in showing how video illusions are created is to clear up misconceptions. TheyveTakenMyWheezy169 karma2017-07-03 18:21:06 UTC. In this format-bending presentation, intergalactic VFX explainer Captain Disillusion recounts his journey from humble amateur superhero to best Blender artist of all time*. She is played by Lauren Hardie. Captain Disillusion Wiki is a FANDOM Lifestyle Community. ", During an interview for The Skeptic Zone, in 2010, Melikdjanian describes Captain Disillusion as a superhero. Captain-Disillusion51 karma2017-07-03 21:32:54 UTC. If so, how many people stand behind Captain Disillusion? Mr. Flare Explains: What Color The Dress Is, Quick D: Cup Levitation & Train Track Rescue, Skiing Ostriches DEBUNK (Featuring the YouTube Algorithm), Captain D's Definitive Guide to TRICK SHOTS, VFXcool: Back to the Future Trilogy (1/2), Mr. Flare Explains: Ultimate Batting Practice, VFXcool: Back to the Future Trilogy (2/2). Captain Disillusion opens a Pandora's box that is "skepticism in magic". Ask me any-things. It would probably overheat in two minutes if it didn't ignite the battery first, and it would probably cost more than cheap phone and mini projector separately, but you would have projector in your pocket. Zeitgeist impersonated the Captain and imprisoned him in a claustrophobic cell behind a wall. Thanks! Holly visits Captain Disillusion with a special request. He then says his motto: "Love with your heart. Melikdjanian has been active in the founding of video-sharing sites Openfilm and Filmnet.com, and is the creator of the webseries Captain Disillusion, which focuses on critical analysis of visual effects and video editing while promoting critical thinking and skepticism. Captain Disillusion pulls a double shift and deconstructs two similar hoax videos featuring close encounters with lightning. It really depends on the nature of the video. What software do you use for your compositing? They get a bad rap. All news and notes/reviews hero-related (DCTV, MCU, DCEU, Supernatural etc.). No, theres tons of shit like this thatre meant just to get the views. Oh you meant who Alan is in Captain D's universe ? I'm not married, but in a committed relationship. It was quite and experience! Secondly, he goes on to show a popular video, usually a paranormal or viral video which is "too good to be true" (often starting with humorous topics to set a lighthearted mood, and then using his wristbanda gift from James Randito lead him to talk about the real topic). Alan Melikdjanian (born: April 13, 1980 (1980-04-13) [age 42]), better known online as Captain Disillusion, is a Latvian-born Russian-Armenian YouTuber and filmmaker. Captain Disillusion gets his hands wet with some experiments, and lets you watch. Captain Disillusion teaches a little of his craft. Mentioned in his " Cup Levitation & Train Track Rescue | Quick D" video. Captain Disillusion details the techniques used in "Guy Catches Glasses With Face" by Never Hide Films. Captain Disillusion faces the scariest of all nemeses. Some people (like me) see this kind of content as the future of entertainment, just because the traditional gatekeepers (TV, mostly) can't keep up with the demands of its audience. Biographical information I've been watching your videos since the ping pong one! BuiltTheSkyForMyDawn3123 karma2017-07-03 18:15:53 UTC. Captain-Disillusion73 karma2017-07-03 21:06:23 UTC. Captain-Disillusion53 karma2017-07-03 20:28:10 UTC. As far as I know, I made up the catchphrase. It works out in terms of illusion revealing reality, and which one's the reality? But the students so See production, box office & company info. By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. Melikdjanian has been active in the founding of video-sharing sites Openfilm and Filmnet.com, and is the creator of the webseries Captain Disillusion, which focuses on critical analysis of visual effects and video editing while promoting critical thinking and skepticism. Holly from the B Universe claims that he has a personality disorder which prevents him from showing genuine love or affection which may be the cause of his arrogance or usual disdain for the main Holly. I just wish your stuff could be seen by more people! In college I majored in film production. Numbers are not the most important thing in the world, however you provide quality content deserving of a larger audience. She can be seen in the crossover episode of Beakman's World and Captain Disillusion. In this episode, Captain Disillusion dives into the tech Industrial Light & Magic used to create the diverse visuals of the Back to the Future trilogy. That being said, are you made of flesh and encase your lower face in metal, or are you made of metal and cover the top half of your head in flesh? Thanks! By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. I've been a huge fan for a while, I've watched every one of your videos, many of which more than once. I've dabbled in learning Nuke, but it's more suited for working on single shots. One day I remembered how cool the show was and was just browsing clips of it online. She put the glue on the glass in a somewhat round manner, and then put it down on the cap.. instead of the other way around. Place of birth And related to that: does the way you see your position in "the grand scheme of things" of entertainment affect your creative decision-making process? It inspires me to make better stuff. The script of the very first episode was originally a sarcastic blog post on MySpace and that's how I ended the post. I feel like you could write/direct something really clever. Eg, Holly, your kid, Ellie? [12] He edits his videos using various software programs beginning with Avid Media Composer followed by Adobe After Effects, Blender, and Da Vinci Resolve. Just, thanks SO, so much. ', 'is this fake? Captain Disillusion deconstructs the portal video and explains the concept known (only to himself) as the "piecemeal paranormal". Already have an account? There are quite a few others - I'll have to get back to this when I think of them! What is the greatest thing you wanted to debunk SO badly that it genuinely made you upset? Captain-Disillusion598 karma2017-07-03 19:07:55 UTC. They feel like the facepaint is a little strange, that it might be a little off-putting for new viewers, and it can be harder to get people addicted to your videos. Captain Disillusion creator Alan Melikdjanian frantically lectures a skeptical audience on how to never make any mistakes as a YouTuber. When an video requires something more elaborate, I call up some friends or hire crew, but this is very rare. Was it one where you used more effects or did a hoax interest you more than others! Something is a bit off as Captain Disillusion and Mr. Flare host a morning show and explore the visual effects secrets behind the "Rush Hour" viral video. It's all about making things look questionable and kinda crappy and low quality and then you can pretty much get away with anything." FouriusVixen22 karma2017-07-03 17:57:55 UTC. Greetings from Venezuela, been following you since the beginning and I love your stuff. Captain Disillusion deconstructs an aeronautical viral video, with a little help. Holly and Captain Disillusion fly off into space. What am I doing with my life? Do you have the original files in higher quality? However according to the Captain, they met at a party and the Captain only took interest in her due to a coincidence where her head floated next to a poster of a woman, matching her head with the body. Eventually, Zaphroid turned on the Captain and attacked him. Captain-Disillusion4299 karma2017-07-03 18:09:05 UTC. Add photos, demo reels Add to list More at IMDbPro Contact info The phone outputs around 30lm at most. Making of 1 Second of Captain Disillusion, Captain Disillusion Reacts to 100k Subs Milestone, Captain Disillusion: Heroic Feats of YouTube Debunkery - Live at QED 2016. In other words, do you think that independent online content is "the future", so to speak? It contains the first 16 episodes remastered with optional commentary and additional bonus features. They can't conceive that that could be real. Remember: Love with your heart, use your head for everything else. It just kind of popped into my head. The year went by so fast! 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