Captain-Disillusion60 karma2017-07-03 20:04:26 UTC. Single There, you showed a string of comments and jacksfilms was among them. When I was figuring out what to do on YouTube, I thought a skeptical approach with a dash of sarcasm would be fun. Mentioned in his " Cup Levitation & Train Track Rescue | Quick D" video. By accepting all cookies, you agree to our use of cookies to deliver and maintain our services and site, improve the quality of Reddit, personalize Reddit content and advertising, and measure the effectiveness of advertising. Thanks! Do you agree with that assessment? A video a month! And have you ever thought about getting your show on TV or netflix? What frustrates me sometimes is how the more detail I explain about something, the more things people point out that I didn't mention (even if it was a purposeful editorial choice). 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)? Marital status How would you respond? Thanks! Captain Disillusion makes a splash at The Amazing Meeting and witnesses a live Million Dollar Challenge. She can be seen in the crossover episode of Beakman's World and Captain Disillusion. He also likes to recreate effects from the videos he debunks, often incorporating this into episodes. Please consider taking this quick survey to let us know how we're doing and what we can do better. How have you managed to stay so consistent in your humor and style for all this time? It's inspiring! Hi Capt. Or what's left of it. He finds that his followers like to learn about the illusions. I like filmmaking, visual effects, animation, science and skepticism. What a genius. Thanks! Have you ever thought of re-uploading some of your older videos? Captain-Disillusion116 karma2017-07-03 19:56:34 UTC. In our click-bait age, your videos aren't just entertaining, they are important! -What are some YouTubers you enjoy watching? Captain Disillusion recounts an epic online hoax. Already have an account? Hey Cap! Melikdjanian in character as Captain Disillusion at, "Captain Disillusion" YouTube Channel, 2007present. No, it's great, of course. I use Syntheyes to do more complex motion tracking. Also Blender for 3D stuff, although Videocopilot's 'Element 3D' plugin is awfully convenient! 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? Image would be flipped and really dim but this might work. Captain Disillusion's Escape From the USSR 822,178 views Feb 10, 2018 Watch Full Episodes here. Captain Disillusion deconstructs the viral dashboard camera video showing a "ghost car" appear on the streets of Russia. I think it might just be my own stubborn unwillingness to change things :) I picked an outfit and a corner of a room and I kept filming it until the audience relented and started saying to themselves, "Ok, maybe there's something to this. I've gone through them all and they're great but it's painful nowadays to watch a 240p video on a 4K screen. My question: What as been your favorite video to make and why? I enjoy explaining stuff, but I also love telling stories. While I get a bit of help from friends on some of the videos, 90% of the work is still done by me alone. His skin is silver chrome with dark hair and the upper half of his face except for his ears is disguised with a mask/make-up for it to appear as human flesh. Captain-Disillusion85 karma2017-07-03 20:43:49 UTC. First of all, I want to let you know that I am an enormous fan of your work and have seen every video at least 4 times! Holly has a child, Junior, who may be the Captain's son. Captain Disillusion deconstructs the portal video and explains the concept known (only to himself) as the "piecemeal paranormal". Alan Melikdjanian was born in Riga, the capital city of the . So, my question is: What would you say to someone who thinks that abandoning the character would be better for your channel? Erica LinzBrian GregoryMatt ParkerMark RoberSmarter Every DayAmi YamatoMr. Yes, I'd like to do more with the series. She has worked as an actress, television anchor and radio host and is [mostly] a pleasure to work with :P Ellie is played by an up-and-coming actress and singer Crystal Shannon with whom I worked for several years as a supervising editor on a kids' web series called HitStreak. Privacy Policy. 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-Disillusion72 karma2017-07-03 20:34:29 UTC. Captain-Disillusion272 karma2017-07-03 21:45:17 UTC. 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. Captain Disillusion climbs to the heights of absurdity. Captain Disillusion faces the scariest of all nemeses. Captain-Disillusion532 karma2017-07-03 19:37:09 UTC. AE is great for compositing and timing many transitioning shots in a hurry. Big fan of your work, I'm actually in the middle of another marathon of your videos lol. In this format-bending presentation, intergalactic VFX explainer Captain Disillusion recounts his journey from humble amateur superhero to best Blender artist of all time*. Zeitgeist, claiming to have a headache, turns to dust and disappears. A compilation of endings from each episode of Captain Disillusion (not counting "Quick D") published in 2015. Captain Disillusion puts Japan under the vectorscope. ", Captain-Disillusion1412 karma2017-07-03 18:52:23 UTC, -I just took a stab at answering that somewhere above, -I'd love to work with James Randi again. Sign in to rate and Watchlist for personalized recommendations. iheartaegislash65 karma2017-07-03 18:23:25 UTC. 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. Today, Crystal is an aspiring actress/singer who resides in Los Angeles, California, as well as her hometown of Miami Lakes, Florida. By supporting creators you love on Patreon, you're becoming an active participant in their creative process. [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. do you use blender only for modeling or do you use it also to edit the clip where you use 3d models ? 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? Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. Whether you know/love the movie or not, it's a pretty engaging 40-min piece o'content. Is Youtube/Patreon your main source of income? 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. Do you have a favourite? The Captain is a galactic superhero fighting against hoaxes and elaborate fakes in the style of a kids TV show, despite the occasional adult humor. Captain Disillusion joins forces with Mark Rober to examine a questionable invention. lol, maybe the size of a postage stamp in a pitch black room. While Captain Disillusion recovered from world travels, Mr. Flare took it upon himself to thoroughly deconstruct a video on his own. Creating videos debunking internet hoaxes. Also a tragedy. -Any plans to work with James Randi again? Captain Disillusion Watchlist 7.1 The Candidate Storyline Edit Introverted high school student Byron Beauchamp worries his teachers because he likes to write short stories full of violence and gore. Copyright 2014 BestofAMA.com, All rights reserved. Username. I could never have achieved any of this without him. Patches67326 karma2017-07-03 18:00:19 UTC. But the students so Read all. For the first time in his life, Byron finds a place where he is comfortable and quickly befriends the other misfits in the class. And it's about to premiere live on YT! Time to step away from viral videos and discuss some historically epic VFX work. Some of my videos end up being in slightly different categories from each other so it's hard to choose. And as an overall edu-tainment achievement, I'm very happy that I was able to get away with making the 'Beakmallusion' episode. Is this going to be in any way relevant a week/month/year from now? usually portrayed as an antagonist in the webseries Captain Disillusion. 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. We cover Stargirl and Agents of SHIELD and then give our reviews on the Captain America trilogy. The quality of the production, effects, and script are upper-tier. I er.. Alan Melikdjanian (/mlkdenin/;[2] Russian: ; born April 13, 1980), known by the alias Captain Disillusion, is a Soviet-born American independent filmmaker and YouTuber. How did you get started doing what you do? While you have added to the background of the character and more story elements, most of your show details have been there since the beginning. By what name was Captain Disillusion (2007) officially released in Canada in English? I don't run it, but check it once in a while. In terms of examining a product claim, I'm pretty proud of the 'Cicret Bracelet Debunk'. What am I doing with my life? But I also want to feel good about what I'm making and hope that it has longterm entertainment value. The directors that come to mind who do that particularly well are Christopher Nolan, Robert Zemeckis and Edgar Wright. michaelikarasik268 karma2017-07-03 18:00:05 UTC. Captain Disillusion takes a close look at a piece of Art. ', 'is this fake? Plus, I've joined Patreon and I hope you'll support me in exchange for fun bonus content. Captain Disillusion also known as CD or just the Captain is the titular protagonist of the web series with over 100+ episodes played by his creator, Alan Melikdjanian. Captain-Disillusion73 karma2017-07-03 21:06:23 UTC. Also, thanks for one of the greatest lines in YouTube history: Captain-Disillusion3607 karma2017-07-03 19:00:57 UTC. 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 . Yes, you can easily cancel or upgrade your pledge at any time. 4. Holly, his occasional love interest, claims that she created him. Captain-Disillusion535 karma2017-07-03 19:29:03 UTC. Then someone posted a different video of a different person doing the exact same stunt from a slightly different angle. XelaIsPwn916 karma2017-07-03 18:00:58 UTC. There are many YouTube channels (and YouTube EMPIRES) I like where charming people casually chat on camera about interesting stuff. Captain America week. During an interview by Susan Gerbic for Skeptical Inquirer, he states "I think it's best to focus on what you knowsomething you're already an expert on outside of skepticismand explore the ways in which it's connected to skepticism. Junior is Holly's son. I might never make it into the top 10 most popular channels of all time, but I'll thoroughly enjoy myself. D! Captain Disillusion deconstructs an aeronautical viral video, with a little help. Just barely. Then I avoid watching it ever again. I enjoyed making-of programs and science shows like Beakman's World and Bill Nye the Science Guy as a kid. Cookie Notice This Wiki was created in honor of Alan Melikdjanian's birthday which is on April 13th (although this wiki was created two days prior). WAIT A MINUTE. Also, I film at my parents' house and I think their patience is wearing thin. I like to think most people who make stuff for public consumption understand that it may be praised, criticized or adopted into other derivative creative works. Use your head for everything else. Any professional experience or all self taught? It inspires me to make better stuff. Captain-Disillusion285 karma2017-07-03 20:31:17 UTC, Well, I do my best to constantly improve. Holly and Captain Disillusion fly off into space. Add photos, demo reels Add to list More at IMDbPro Contact info It will really benefit your channel. Captain-Disillusion102 karma2017-07-03 21:20:47 UTC. The Hero Realm By Joshua Alan Brown. Or in secret . I do not meet him often. Captain Disillusion compares two strange videos, the effects used to make them and the inexplicable gap in the levels of their popularity. His councilor places him in a small special class for kids with a similar obsession. Captain-Disillusion37 karma2017-07-03 21:00:40 UTC. The views expressed in this video are personal opinions, based on information publicly available at the time of posting. My question is, what are your thoughts and feelings regarding other channels that have little to no talent and yet have far larger subscriber counts and video views? I'm really happy about it and I hope it continues. Chinese Invisibility Cloak Hoax DESTROYED!!! Filming usually takes half a day, sometimes a full day, occasionally a couple of days. Captain-Disillusion230 karma2017-07-03 19:50:20 UTC. So here is the full, uncensored Director's Cut version. 2009 My question is: What made you decide to create your Captain Disillusion videos? Mr. Flare and the Captain have a mixed relationship, being colleagues rather than actual friends. [13], In his videos, Melikdjanian wears a vintage 1980s tracksuit, with the bottom half of his face being covered in metallic paint.[4]. Why Did Captain Disillusion Cross the Road? When I make my videos, I tend to put them through a mental checklist, something like: Do I like this? Your channel is spectacular. As the anticipation is still high for Netflix's live-action One Piece show, a new exciting update from its test screenings may have further boosted the hype.. George Hrab is not often active on YouTube but I listen to his podcast every week. (Not counting the Ms. Ping reaction video where they hit you with a hammer lol), Captain-Disillusion74 karma2017-07-03 20:39:01 UTC. Which film do you think has the best blend of visual and practical effects? But I'm hoping he'll be back one of these days. As far as I know, I made up the catchphrase. Is he an awkward person generally or was that just a bit of stage fright? A progress report of sorts, so you can be sure I'm giving you your money's worth, on schedule. Alan Melikdjanian , known by the alias Captain Disillusion, is a Soviet-born American independent filmmaker and YouTuber. Captain Disillusion ponders the very concept of magic by taking a close look at the work of one particular illusionist. Captain Disillusion conducts a post mortem on the Charlie Charlie Challenge phenomenon in rhyme scheme. 1. His intent in showing how video illusions are created is to clear up misconceptions. I think it's all fine. ', and half the stuff they show me is just, you know, a juggler juggling a lot of balls. I got the silver makeup prior to that, not knowing how I would use it. I think of it more as puzzle solving and try to enjoy the process. Captain-Disillusion441 karma2017-07-03 19:27:18 UTC, Yeah, sometimes. I got some of this chrome colored make-up at the local party store and I had all those clothes and I would've done my whole face but it's too much work. I would never suggest that a creator change their content to maximize views, subscribers, etc., nor should you if you don't want to. Captain-Disillusion1841 karma2017-07-03 18:13:59 UTC, The earliest, awkwardest videos were shot in SD and exist in only slightly higher quality than what's on YouTube. Then he and Mr. Flare take up "riffing". Captain Disillusion answers a viewer request and gets slightly carried away. Some of the good folks at /r/magic are currently having a debate on a thread about the America's got talent video that you tore apart. Over the last couple of years, Patreon/YouTube has indeed become my main source of income. $8,492.60 of $10,000 per month. It was quite and experience! I think we should bring simple old MORPHS back. Captain-Disillusion114 karma2017-07-03 20:46:36 UTC. I'm stoked to be a guest on Vsauce3's 'Could You Survive the Movies'! the one trick the Projector industry doesn't want you to know about 5,756 Members. But sometimes, when I'm doing something more elaborate or "guest stars" are involved, I involve/hire more people for the shoot. Captain Disillusion conducts a thorough analysis of tiny dots orbiting a big ball. Would you ever even consider doing that? Captain Disillusion details the techniques used in "Guy Catches Glasses With Face" by Never Hide Films. The footage of that unfinished episode has now been recovered and is presented here. Holly is a recurring character. All news and notes/reviews hero-related (DCTV, MCU, DCEU, Supernatural etc.). drabmaestro47 karma2017-07-03 18:22:02 UTC. Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. He originally wanted to paint his entire face chrome, but it took too much effort so he settled with only painting the bottom half. Teh_Knife_Guy70 karma2017-07-03 18:01:14 UTC. 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. I just had such fun details to explain! 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