2025 – that’s a wrap on another explosive year
As 2025 came to a close, we reflected on another year of growth, creativity, and milestones. From blockbuster productions to regional expansion and sustainable innovation, it’s been a year that showcases the very best of Real SFX. Check out our 2025 showcase below…. https://youtu.be/–1P_bZsZ3w?si=FNy6TI_MNVIOmbuH Screen Highlights 2025 saw our SFX touch some extraordinary projects: Havoc, […]
Pedals, Passion, and Real SFX: Carmela Rides for the Big Moose Project 1 Million 2.0
We’re used to blowing things up on set, but Carmela has just swapped pyrotechnics for pedals, taking on the Big Moose 24-Hour Project 1 million 2.0 with her ULTRA Maverick group! 🚴♀️💥 Pedal Power, Real SFX Style The group committed to two bikes for the full 24 hours, and the Real SFX extended family stepped in […]
REAL SFX Wins at the Great British Entrepreneur Awards 2025
We’re absolutely thrilled to share that Real SFX won the Welsh Creative Entrepreneur award at the Great British Entrepreneur Awards 2025 ! The awards were held at the glamorous Grosvenor House hotel in London, celebrating the best of UK business innovation, resilience, and impact. It was an incredible evening, full of glitz, inspiration, and amazing […]
Halloween Hargreaves House 2025: Danny and Carmela Bring Ghostbusters Fun to Cardiff for Dreams & Wishes
October is one of our favourite month’s of the year (and definitely Danny’s favourite!), and once again Danny and Carmela Hargreaves transformed their home into the Halloween Hargreaves House 2025! For the fifth year running, their spooktacular display was a talking point in Cardiff, and this year’s Ghostbusters-themed Halloween decorations brought the community together while raising […]
Special Effects Apprentice – Join the Real SFX Crew!
Are you ready to bring fire, wind, rain, snow and creative explosions to life on screen? We’re are recruiting for our next Special Effects Apprentice at come and join the wonderful world of Real SFX, based at our Cardiff HQ, working for a year whilst gaining a Level 3 Apprenticeship in Creative and Digital Media […]
Digbeth Loc Grand Re-Opening: A New Era for Birmingham’s Creative Community
The much-anticipated re-opening of Digbeth Loc. Studios has officially arrived, marking an exciting new chapter for Birmingham’s thriving Film & TV community. The launch event was a true celebration of collaboration, creativity, and the incredible talent that continues to grow in the region. https://realsfx.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Real-SFX-Digbeth.mov Working with the Digbeth Team We loved working with the brilliant […]
“CGI is for losers”: Danny’s take on the debate on BBC Radio Wales
When Christoph Waltz threw out the line “CGI is for losers” at the Venice Film Festival, it was meant as a joke – but it sparked a serious discussion in the industry. With Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein praised for its practical approach, the spotlight turned back to the value of real-world effects. Our own Danny […]
Behind the boom: Danny talks filming in public spaces on BBC Radio Wales
This week, our very own Director and SFX Supervisor, Danny Hargreaves joined Jason Mohammad live on BBC Radio Wales to talk all things explosions, filming logistics, and why creating spectacular effects in public spaces is as much about planning as it is about pyrotechnics. The conversation was sparked by the Spiderman shoot in Glasgow last […]
Showcasing SFX green innovation at PGGB Sustainability events
At Real SFX, sustainability isn’t just a buzzword — it’s built into the way we design, build, and deliver practical special effects for film and TV. As a listed supplier on the BAFTA albert Supplier Directory, we’re proud to be part of the wider push towards greener production practices across the screen industries. That’s why […]
Great British Entrepreneur Awards finalists
We’re absolutely delighted to announce that Real SFX has been shortlisted for the 2024 Great British Entrepreneur Awards in the Creative category for Wales. This recognition means a great deal to us – not only as a business, but as a creative team passionate about pushing boundaries in practical special effects, sustainability, and innovation. From […]
