Synthetic Cinema International

06/19/2026

06/18/2026

Truck Flip Stunt: Why a Real Semi-Truck Was Cheaper Than CGI

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Ever wonder when a real movie stunt is actually cheaper than CGI? This behind-the-scenes story breaks down how a low-budget horror film pulled off a full semi-truck rollover for real.

While making “Dark Hall” for SyFy Channel, the team needed a tractor trailer to flip on camera for a Jersey Devil scene. The first instinct was to make it a visual effects shot, but at their budget, CG would have cost more and probably looked worse. So they bought a used tractor trailer, built the schedule around the stunt, brought in the right stunt team, and rolled the truck on camera. After filming, they even sold what was left and made back about half the money, making practical effects the surprisingly cheaper option.

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Synthetic Cinema International
Andrew Gernhard | Producer
| syntheticcinema.com

06/18/2026

Yay - Lacey!!!

Every chapter in her story led her here ✨🧳 Catch Lacey Chabert in the all new Hallmark+ exclusive limited series, Paris is Always A Good Idea. Stay tuned for the promo debut this Thursday! 👀

06/16/2026

06/16/2026

“This isn't the first time Lacey Chabert has injected nostalgia into the Countdown to Christmas. Back in 2023 she reunited with her Party of Five sibling Scott Wolf for A Merry Scottish Christmas (don't worry, they played brother and sister again, not romantic leads), and Jennifer Love Hewitt has pitched herself to also share the screen with Chabert again in a future Hallmark movie.”

The '90s nostalgia is real.

06/15/2026

Today is the LAST DAY to get early bird pricing for all Be Merry ticket packages! 🎁 Don't miss your chance to get the best price of the season. Experiencehallmarkchristmas.com

06/15/2026

The Golf Gang…

06/14/2026

Fun things are ahead for Synthetic Cinema International!

We’ve just ordered hundreds of brand-new Synthetic Cinema original logo t-shirts, and they’ll be popping up on movie sets, at events, and everywhere in between throughout the rest of the year.

If you’re working with us, attending an event, or crossing paths with the SCI team, you might just score one.

And this is only the beginning - more shirts, hats, and other fun swag are already on the way.

Keep an eye out. 👀

06/13/2026

Are you a casual Hallmark fan? What about an avid Hallmark fan? Perhaps you're even more than that... Check out these signs that you're a Hallmark SUPERFAN!