Blackgang Chine - Triassic Club 2020 James Bullock 2020-10-27 | A walkthrough of the re-imagined Triassic Club attraction at Blackgang Chine, brought back to the park as a 'pop-up' for October 2020. Working with the park's tech and maintenance teams, I serviced and re-programmed the three original pneumatic dinosaur figures with new moves and speech synchronisation using Arduino controllers. I also worked on the show elements and lighting design. The Triassic Club was a walkthrough attraction based around a dinosaur dinner party, which featured these figures and originally opened at Blackgang Chine in 1994, later closing in 2015. Set framework and design by Darren Winter and Ray HutchingsElectrical installation by Glen Smith and David WhittingtonAnimatronic programming and show design by James BullockAdditional mechanical work by Charlie KnightVoice of Oscar by Matt RawlingsOriginal figures created by Pilot Modelsblackgangchine.com
Who Do You Think You Are? ...10 Years On - Outtakes James Bullock 2023-04-18 | All the outtakes from our latest Who Do You Think You Are?Have we become more professional in the last ten years? Sadly...no. Watch the new episode here:youtube.com/watch?v=x1ikcQ4GHWM---Written by and featuring James Bullock, Richard Bullock and Chris Cranmer. Produced and Directed by James Bullock. A JBC Production MMXXIIIBased on a production by Wall to Wall Television/BBC.
Who Do You Think You Are? ...10 Years On James Bullock 2023-04-18 | It’s time for another apology for genealogy with me, Chris and Rich! Ten years on, Chris reluctantly returns for another tour - this time to celebrate his parents’ 40th wedding anniversary.I’m back as his travelling companion - the “local historian” - still clueless and now also jobless following an incident working as a ghost tour guide.Join us as we meet a few old faces, and some new ones. Most of whom look quite like Rich… Find out whether anything sensible is uncovered from the annals of time in Who Do You Think You Are?... 10 Years On.And if you want to see more examples of our incompetence (well, mainly mine) - there's loads of outtakes here! : youtube.com/watch?v=MsGn5HQfCpg---Written by and featuring James Bullock, Richard Bullock and Chris Cranmer. Produced and Directed by James Bullock. A JBC Production MMXXIIIBased on a production by Wall to Wall Television/BBC.
Two Idiots (NOT) Abroad: Finding a Celebrity James Bullock 2021-05-15 | Me and Rich had to find a television legend to wish my aunty Toni a Happy 60th birthday. What could possibly go wrong? Here's what happened...
Two Idiots Abroad: Sydney, Australia [2018] James Bullock 2020-03-25 | We’ve hotfooted it to Sydney! Opera, theatre, Neneh Cherry concerts… it’s all here and more! We bring you highlights from Taronga Zoo, and we’re also gearing up for a visit to Sydney Cricket Ground. Plus I’ve lined up another of my special excursions! What could possibly go wrong?…Written by Richard Bullock and James Bullock. Recorded in December 2018. (Series 3, 2/2)
Two Idiots Abroad: Cairns, Australia [2018] James Bullock 2020-03-25 | A new year, and a new trip… this time 15,000km away to crocodile country, Cairns in Australia! Rich has been taking a look at the local wildlife, (including a nasty encounter with a croc of his own), while I’ve been busy sorting the travel arrangements. And surely I won’t fall foul of any venomous snakes while I’m there…Written by Richard Bullock and James Bullock. Recorded in December 2018. (Series 3, 1/2)
Two Idiots Abroad: Rome, Day Three [2017] James Bullock 2020-03-25 | Day three in the “external city” sees us visiting The Vatican by appointment of the family of the Virgin Mary (yes, it’s almost unbelievable isn’t it?!) only to return to find a threatening letter from the Mafia. But that can wait until we've exchanged our farewell gifts...Written by Richard Bullock and James Bullock. Recorded in September 2017. (Series 2, 3/3)
Two Idiots Abroad: Rome, Day Two [2017] James Bullock 2020-03-25 | It’s day two in Italy and following a trip to Florence, it’s art and culture all the way. I’ve been looking at Dante’s death mask and some unusual sculptures, while Rich has got work experience at an art gallery, and a touch of heartburn at the Basilica…Written by Richard Bullock and James Bullock. Recorded in September 2017. (Series 2, 2/3)
Two Idiots Abroad: Rome, Day One [2017] James Bullock 2020-03-25 | We’re on a new trip to Rome in Italy! And it’s non-stop action all the way…Rich has witnessed a scuffle with a Roman general, and I’m busy arranging a trip to see the Trevi Fountain. And in other news, our first fan letter’s turned up…Written by Richard Bullock and James Bullock. Recorded in September 2017. (Series 2, 1/3)
Two Idiots Abroad: Seville, Day Two [2017] James Bullock 2020-03-25 | The sightseeing continues in Seville, with visits to the aquarium and the gardens of the Alcázar Palace. Plus as a surprise treat, I’ve lined up an exciting trip for us both to Cadif…Written by Richard Bullock and James Bullock. Recorded in June 2017. (Series 1, 2/2)
Two Idiots Abroad: Seville, Day One [2017] James Bullock 2020-03-25 | We’re in the city of Seville in southern Spain. And we’ve hit the ground running…Rich has just seen the tomb of Christopher Biggins, and I’ve been buying ornaments down the market…but is it all just a load of bull?-Written by Richard Bullock and James Bullock. Recorded in June 2017. (Series 1, 1/2)
Halloween Walkthrough 2017: Dungeon of the Doomed James Bullock 2018-10-28 | Halloween is fast approaching so here is a look back at the workings of the animated walkthrough I built last year - The Dungeon of the Doomed! It was visited by over 400 people on Halloween night 2017. Here is a little tour of how it all works with me!For lots more info, pictures and videos please see my website: www.halloween-experience.co.uk
Halloween Walkthrough 2016: Tunnel of Hell James Bullock 2017-10-29 | One of the things I enjoy doing most is designing and building moving figures and special effects. This is the 'Tunnel of Hell', which I built for people doing trick or treat on Halloween night in 2016. It was visited by around 300 people.Here you can see the whole walkthrough plus a little guided tour with me of its workings!This video was recorded November 1st 2016.For lots more info, pictures and videos please see my website: www.halloween-experience.co.ukHappy Halloween!
JAMESS POINTLESS LIGHTING VIDEOS - NEW YEARS EVE SPECIAL - MARTIN MAC 500 James Bullock 2013-12-31 | (2/2) A brand new lighting video to see in the New Year (or at least watch while you're getting ready to go out to the pub)...I'm back with a special New Year's Eve edition, where I'm having a look at another state-of-the-art moving head (give or take 15 years) - the Martin MAC 500, and making more terrible jokes.Happy New Year to everyone!
Who Do You Think You Are? - Outtakes James Bullock 2013-05-01 | Outtakes from our latest silly film 'Who Do You Think You Are?', featuring me, my cousin Chris and my uncle Rich. And yes, we're all as insane as each other. Oh, and there's a slightly blurry segment in the middle where I forgot to focus the camera properly! What an amateur.The proper outcome of all this messing around can be watched here: http://youtu.be/DjV122JhR-w---Who Do You Think You Are?Toni and Martin Cranmer have been married for the last 30 years. In March 2013 they celebrate their pearl wedding anniversary. To investigate their story, their son Chris embarks on a special journey to locations in which they used to live, alongside accident-prone local historian James, whose hand-drawn road signs and ability to consistently walk off in the wrong direction do little to assist with the genealogical findings.Along the trip, Chris attempts to make sense of wandering monks, eccentric Yorkshire folk and his clueless travelling companion, in order to discover more about his parents' past. (2013, HD)---Written by and featuring James Bullock, Richard Bullock and Chris Cranmer.Produced and Directed by James Bullock. A JBC HD Production MMXIII. Based on a production by Wall to Wall Television/BBC.No copyright infringement intended. No persons benefitted financially from the making of this film.
Who Do You Think You Are? James Bullock 2013-05-01 | The first silly film we've made for about three years! We came up with the idea for this one to celebrate my aunty and uncle's 30th wedding anniversary. So it's got my cousin Chris (their son) going on a journey to visit the various places they used to live at.But unfortunately I'm also in it, as a local historian, and there's my uncle Rich, popping up as locals we meet on the way. So it might not be quite as serious and thought-provoking as the original BBC programme...There's also a load of outtakes which can be watched here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mkeeTFWy7tM---Toni and Martin Cranmer have been married for the last 30 years. In March 2013 they celebrate their pearl wedding anniversary. To investigate their story, their son Chris embarks on a special journey to locations in which they used to live, alongside accident-prone local historian James, whose hand-drawn road signs and ability to consistently walk off in the wrong direction do little to assist with the genealogical findings.Along the trip, Chris attempts to make sense of wandering monks, eccentric Yorkshire folk and his clueless travelling companion, in order to discover more about his parents' past. (2013, HD)---Written by and featuring James Bullock, Richard Bullock and Chris Cranmer.Produced and Directed by James Bullock. A JBC HD Production MMXIII. Based on a production by Wall to Wall Television/BBC.No copyright infringement intended. No persons benefitted financially from the making of this film.
JAMESS POINTLESS LIGHTING VIDEOS - NEW SERIES 2013 - MARTIN MAC 600 James Bullock 2013-04-26 | (1/2) The lighting videos return, finally, for a brand-new 2013 series! This year I'll be casting my eye over some proper lights; the latest cutting-edge products in the lighting industry (up to and including 1997). In this first instalment, I'll be having a look at one of the titans of the moving head world, the Martin MAC 600, and trying to work out how to operate it.
JAMESS POINTLESS LIGHTING VIDEOS - NEW 2013 SERIES COMING SOON! James Bullock 2012-12-24 | It's been a whole year exactly since I last saw you all, but I'm back to tell you a little bit about what we've got planned for the new year, so it's not a proper lighting video as such... Well actually it was just an excuse for me to say Happy Christmas really!
A Bullocks Trip to Wales - Outtakes James Bullock 2010-08-22 | Outtakes from our trip to Pembrokeshire in West Wales. Most of them with me in, unsurprisingly. Oh and I should explain that the bit where I say "we saw a pair of knockers didn't we?" is supposed to be referring to the sort of mischievous pixie-type creatures that miners believed to be inhabiting the mines due to the strange banging and knocking noises they heard. So they called these creatures 'knockers'. You see it's all highly educational... A short stay in Cardigan, Pembrokeshire is on the cards for the Bullocks, but will their accommodation, the worryingly similar-named Pencraig cottage, have better heating than its Cornwall counterpart? (2010, HD) Watch the film here: - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uaFsj2ckVAQ And if you're wondering, the cottage we stayed in was part of Pencraig Farm and was actually a very nice place to stay, so if you want to book a holiday there, visit http://www.pencraigfarmcottages.co.uk - just make sure I'm not there on the week you go.
A Bullocks Trip to Wales James Bullock 2010-08-22 | Putting the lighting to one side for the moment with the 2010 successor to 'A Bullocks' Trip to Cornwall'.... A short stay in Cardigan, Pembrokeshire is on the cards for the Bullocks, but will their accommodation, the worryingly similar-named Pencraig cottage, have better heating than its Cornwall counterpart? (2010, HD) And as expected, there's a generous amount of outtakes that can be watched here: - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ap0prF482F0 And if you're wondering, the cottage we stayed in was part of Pencraig Farm and was actually a very nice place to stay, so if you want to book a holiday there, visit http://www.pencraigfarmcottages.co.uk - just make sure I'm not there on the week you go.
Outtake Special Jamess Pointless Lighting Videos 2010 James Bullock 2010-07-02 | Well it's my birthday today and by way of something special we've been sorting through the old tapes and putting a sort of outtake compilation together. I'm sure you'll find me trying to talk about lights and cocking it up, more entertaining than me just talking about lights.
Equinox Pegasus Laser Jamess Pointless Lighting Videos New Series 2010 James Bullock 2010-06-14 | The first in the new 2010 series of lighting videos. And we kick off with a look at the Pegasus 4-beam laser made by Equinox. A bit bigger than we thought it would be, and a bit more powerful as well.
A Bullocks Trip to Cornwall - Part Two James Bullock 2008-11-29 | Watch in high quality: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hlWKmWNPHSs&fmt=22 It's a JBC classic! The Bullock family in Cornwall - what could possibly go wrong? We all travel to St. Minver in Cornwall for what we hope will be a relaxing break. It turns out to be anything but that. Cold temperatures, no back door, and strangely named areas are among the things we have to contend with during our visit. (Part two of two) And now you've watched the whole thing, why not indulge yourself in more disaster by watching the exclusive clip of outtakes from the programme. It's here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4a7c7Yl8wfw&fmt=22
A Bullocks Trip to Cornwall - Part One James Bullock 2008-11-29 | Watch in high quality: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j3cUV9hljoE&fmt=22 It's a JBC classic! The Bullock family in Cornwall - what could possibly go wrong? We all travel to St. Minver in Cornwall for what we hope will be a relaxing break. It turns out to be anything but that. Cold temperatures, no back door, and strangely named areas are among the things we have to contend with during our visit. (Part one of two)
Cowes Week 7th August 2008 (HD) James Bullock 2008-11-28 | Watch in HD: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-kByewNgO20&fmt=22 A sample from my JBCHD films. Filmed in glorious high definition (if you click the link above you can actually watch it in relatively glorious high definition), enjoy this relaxing trip across the Solent to the Isle of Wight, for Cowes Week 2008.
Geni - Mojo Scan I James Bullock 2008-07-13 | Watch in high quality: http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=Ifhkoonj0Jk&fmt=18 A full-length demo of four Geni Mojo Scan I DMX scanners controlled using the Geni DigiMaster DM4 DMX controller.
USB DMX Interface/Mojo Scan I Light Show Demo James Bullock 2008-04-09 | A demo showing the new Velleman USB controlled DMX interface in conjunction with the two Mojo Scan I scanners from Geni. And another stupid introduction from James.
The Spooks of Bottle Bay - Sing Along Theme Tune James Bullock 2008-03-24 | Permission to display kindly granted by Entertainment Rights - www.entertainmentrights.com. Alright, this might be starting to become a bit obsessive, but for those hundreds of you lovely people who remember this fab children's show, then here's you chance to show what amazing vocal talent you have, by singing along to the good ol' Spooks of Bottle Bay theme tune! Don't forget, I've got loads of other episodes of the Spooks as well, do a bit of searching or 'related video' clicking, and I'm sure you'll find them. Right. Altogether then. "Spooks, WOOOO! They live in Bottle Bay...."
The Spooks of Bottle Bay - A Spooky Party Trailer James Bullock 2008-03-23 | Permission to display kindly granted by Entertainment Rights - www.entertainmentrights.com. It's quite possibly the best children's programme ever! From 1994, it's series two, episode two of 'The Spooks of Bottle Bay' - do you remember this? This is a trailer that I made to introduce the episode. So, "Next time in Bottle Bay..." A Spooky Party There is a party on the galleon and Sid has been hired as a waiter. As usual, Sybil decides to interfere...but not before Sally and Fred find out what's going on.
The Spooks of Bottle Bay - Picking Up the Pieces Trailer James Bullock 2008-03-23 | Permission to display kindly granted by Entertainment Rights - www.entertainmentrights.com. It's quite possibly the best children's programme ever! From 1994, it's series two, episode one of 'The Spooks of Bottle Bay' - do you remember this? This is a trailer that I made to introduce the episode. So, "Next time in Bottle Bay..." Picking Up the Pieces Sidney Sludge now lives at the Sea View Guest House, free from his evil brother and sister. But for how long...?
The Spooks of Bottle Bay - Doggy Trail Trailer James Bullock 2008-03-23 | Permission to display kindly granted by Entertainment Rights - www.entertainmentrights.com. It's quite possibly the best children's programme ever! From 1994, it's series two, episode four of 'The Spooks of Bottle Bay' - do you remember this? This is a trailer that I made to introduce the episode. So, "Next time in Bottle Bay..." Doggy Trail Sybil and Cedric decide to enter Maxi the dog in the Bottle Bay Dog Show, but when the winner is announced, they argue over who is Maxi's owner...
The Spooks of Bottle Bay - A Bug in the Bath Trailer James Bullock 2008-03-23 | Permission to display kindly granted by Entertainment Rights - www.entertainmentrights.com. It's quite possibly the best children's programme ever! From 1994, it's series two, episode three of 'The Spooks of Bottle Bay' - It's quite possibly the best children's programme ever! From 1994, it's series two, episode three of 'The Spooks of Bottle Bay' - do you remember this? This is a trailer that I made to introduce the episode. So, "Next time in Bottle Bay..." A Bug in the Bath It's Ted and Lilly Turine's silver wedding anniversary, but Sid can't afford to buy them a silver present. By helping the Punch and Judy man, Bill, he earns enough to buy them something. But guess who tries to ruin everything...
The Spooks of Bottle Bay - Picking Up the Pieces - Pt 2/2 James Bullock 2008-01-29 | Permission to display kindly granted by Entertainment Rights - www.entertainmentrights.com. It's quite possibly the best children's programme ever! From 1994, it's series two, episode one of 'The Spooks of Bottle Bay' - do you remember this? Picking Up the Pieces Sidney Sludge now lives at the Sea View Guest House, free from his evil brother and sister. But for how long...? (Part two of two)
The Spooks of Bottle Bay - Picking Up the Pieces - Pt 1/2 James Bullock 2008-01-29 | Permission to display kindly granted by Entertainment Rights - www.entertainmentrights.com. It's quite possibly the best children's programme ever! From 1994, it's series two, episode one of 'The Spooks of Bottle Bay' - do you remember this? Picking Up the Pieces Sidney Sludge now lives at the Sea View Guest House, free from his evil brother and sister. But for how long...? (Part one of two)
The Spooks of Bottle Bay A Spooky Party - Pt 2/2 James Bullock 2008-01-29 | Permission to display kindly granted by Entertainment Rights - www.entertainmentrights.com. It's quite possibly the best children's programme ever! From 1994, it's series two, episode two of 'The Spooks of Bottle Bay' - do you remember this? A Spooky Party There is a party on the galleon and Sid has been hired as a waiter. As usual, Sybil decides to interfere...but not before Sally and Fred find out what's going on. (Part two of two)
The Spooks of Bottle Bay A Spooky Party - Pt 1/2 James Bullock 2008-01-29 | Permission to display kindly granted by Entertainment Rights - www.entertainmentrights.com. It's quite possibly the best children's programme ever! From 1994, it's series two, episode two of 'The Spooks of Bottle Bay' - do you remember this? A Spooky Party There is a party on the galleon and Sid has been hired as a waiter. As usual, Sybil decides to interfere...but not before Sally and Fred find out what's going on. (Part one of two)
The Spooks of Bottle Bay Doggy Trail - Pt 2/2 James Bullock 2008-01-29 | Permission to display kindly granted by Entertainment Rights - www.entertainmentrights.com. It's quite possibly the best children's programme ever! From 1994, it's series two, episode four of 'The Spooks of Bottle Bay' - do you remember this? Doggy Trail Sybil and Cedric decide to enter Maxi the dog in the Bottle Bay Dog Show, but when the winner is announced, they argue over who is Maxi's owner... (Part two of two)
The Spooks of Bottle Bay - Doggy Trail - Pt 1/2 James Bullock 2008-01-29 | Permission to display kindly granted by Entertainment Rights - www.entertainmentrights.com. It's quite possibly the best children's programme ever! From 1994, it's series two, episode four of 'The Spooks of Bottle Bay' - do you remember this? Doggy Trail Sybil and Cedric decide to enter Maxi the dog in the Bottle Bay Dog Show, but when the winner is announced, they argue over who is Maxi's owner... (Part one of two)
The Spooks of Bottle Bay - A Bug in the Bath - Pt 2/2 James Bullock 2008-01-29 | Permission to display kindly granted by Entertainment Rights - www.entertainmentrights.com. It's quite possibly the best children's programme ever! From 1994, it's series two, episode three of 'The Spooks of Bottle Bay' - do you remember this? A Bug in the Bath It's Ted and Lilly Turine's silver wedding anniversary, but Sid can't afford to buy them a silver present. By helping the Punch and Judy man, Bill, he earns enough to buy them something. But guess who tries to ruin everything... (Part two of two)
The Spooks of Bottle Bay - A Bug in the Bath - Pt 1/2 James Bullock 2008-01-29 | Permission to display kindly granted by Entertainment Rights - www.entertainmentrights.com. It's quite possibly the best children's programme ever! From 1994, it's series two, episode three of 'The Spooks of Bottle Bay' - do you remember this? A Bug in the Bath It's Ted and Lilly Turine's silver wedding anniversary, but Sid can't afford to buy them a silver present. By helping the Punch and Judy man, Bill, he earns enough to buy them something. But guess who tries to ruin everything... (Part one of two)
Knex Wild West Shootin Gallery James Bullock 2007-09-25 | Oh yes, how cool is this! My latest invention - a Wild West shootout game made entirely out of K'nex and paper. Yeehaa!
Knex Ball Factory James Bullock 2007-08-17 | Being bored one day, I decided to build this k'nex model, for the first time since I was eight. It still works!
