This video features an interview with Larry Zanoff, a motion picture armorer at Independent Studio Services (ISS). Zanoff discusses his role in ensuring the proper and safe function of firearms used in movies and television. The conversation highlights his expertise in providing a wide range of prop guns, from futuristic sci-fi weapons to historical replicas. Zanoff also touches upon his background with firearms and his co-hosting duties on 'Hollywood Weapons'. The video offers a glimpse into the specialized world of on-set armory and its connection to the entertainment industry.
This TFBTV episode takes viewers behind the scenes of the Outdoor Network show "Hollywood Weapons," also available on Netflix. Host James Reeves interviews Terry Schappert (Army Special Forces veteran) and Larry Zanoff (Independent Studio Services principal), discussing how the show recreates and tests famous movie gun stunts in real life to see if they hold up outside of "gun fantasy." The episode is highlighted as excellent for firearms enthusiasts, gun guys, special effects fans, and movie buffs.
This YouTube video features Larry Zanoff of ISS & Hollywood Weapons at Shot Show 2019, focusing on firearms used in film and television. The content aims to bridge the gap between on-screen depictions of firearms and their real-world counterparts, addressing common misconceptions and providing insights into the practical aspects of these movie prop weapons. It's designed for enthusiasts interested in the intersection of firearms and the entertainment industry.
This video features a Q&A session with flamethrower expert Charlie Hobson, addressing a variety of questions submitted by Forgotten Weapons Patreon supporters. Topics range from the historical use of flamethrowers after international bans and their portrayal in Hollywood, to technical details like pressure, nozzle diameter, and the effectiveness of flow-regulating fins. The discussion also covers combat effectiveness, maintenance, the risk of fuel tank ignition, and specific historical deployments like Omaha Beach. Future design evolutions, the potential role of flamethrowers in modern warfare, and even practical considerations like lighting a cigar are explored. The video also touches upon the cost of acquiring such devices and the personal effects on the shooter.
This video delves into the 'greatest zombie killin' weapons' of all time, moving beyond simple effectiveness to explore a range of criteria including plausibility, durability, show effect, SAWC (Skill, Accuracy, Will, Control), challenge, originality, ease of use, and kill effect. The analysis considers how these weapons enhance the character wielding them, acknowledging the dramatic and suspenseful nature of zombie media. It promises to reveal both brutal and refined zombie-slaying tools, some well-known in shows and others potentially undiscovered. This is presented as a 'TNP philosophy' video aimed at preparing viewers for a hypothetical zombie apocalypse.
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