Home and away producers reveal the secrets behind the breathtaking moment when the fan favorite is blown up by an explosion
Home and Away viewers were stunned when an episode earlier this month showed character Mali, fan favorite Kyle Shilling, being knocked off his feet by a powerful explosion.
And now the producers have released behind-the-scenes footage that reveals the intricate special effects that went into creating the graphic sequence.
The clip posted on TikTok shows the effect of blowing up Kyle by the 28-year-old actor throwing himself into the air with a small trampoline.
Gymnastic mats were used to protect Kyle from injury as the actor then fell through the air and landed on his back.
Home and Away viewers were stunned when an episode of the hit series earlier this month showed how fan favorite Kyle Shilling’s favorite character, Mali, was knocked off his feet by a violent explosion (pictured).
And now the producers have released behind-the-scenes footage that reveals the intricate special effects that went into creating the graphic sequence. Pictured: Kyle throws himself into the air on a trampoline to simulate the impact of a bomb blast
Meanwhile, a “flash” light effect was used to simulate the bomb blast.
A large blue screen was also used so that Kyle’s fall could then be “inserted” into the scene of an actual explosion.
Fans took to social media to praise those behind the violent scene.
One viewer wrote: ‘Great to go behind the scenes and see how it all works!’ Thanks for sharing.’
“Oh this is so cool!” another fan gushed.
“It’s so interesting to see how it all comes together behind the scenes,” added another viewer.
Kyle later spoke to 7Life about filming the spooky-looking scene, calling it “hands down the most exciting day I’ve ever had filming.”
The scene as it appears in the finished episode
Kyle later spoke to 7Life about filming the spooky-looking scene, calling it “hands down the most exciting day I’ve ever had filming.”
He added, “I’m lucky to have been surrounded by such a great crew and director.”
“It really shows the character’s love for his friends.” “To have the opportunity as an actor to put on a performance like that is a dream come true.”
In the dramatic “Home and Away” story, Kyle’s character, Mali, tries to save his friends after learning a bomb is about to devastate Summer Bay.
A “flash” light effect was used to simulate the bomb blast. Pictured: The final scene as featured in Home and Away