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What lurks in the shadows? Is it something scary and frightening? Nothing so nefarious in this insightful episode of PixelPerfect in which Bert casts light upon the mysteries behind creating advanced shadow effects within Photoshop.

When Thomas Jefferson purchased the Louisiana Territory for 15 million dollars, the US nearly doubled in size. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about the effects of the Louisiana Purchase.

The townsfolk put on a play in Steven's barn. But is it really a good idea to leave Simon in charge of the special effects?

A Science-Fiction Thriller by Gene Kim. Two astronauts on an epic journey… up a flight of stairs. Nominated for Best Special Effects at the 2007 YoungCuts Film Festival. www.YoungCuts.com

1959 Footage from an atomic bomb test - perhaps Operation Tumbler-Snapper? This video is in the Public Domain: http://www.archive.org/details/a-bomb_blast_effects

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Locked is an intensely moving independent drama about two sisters dealing with the residual effects of childhood incest. A European sensibility brings a fresh approach to the difficult subject matter in this thoughtful gem.

Photoshop's Warp command transforms layers into a predefined shape. Bert Monroy used it on the glasses in Lunch in Tiberon, here he types the word "Digg" and demonstrates many of the effects you can create with it.

A very cool short fan film made with young kids that turned into more than just fun in the backyard. Good Visual Effects and a fun film all the way around.